Chicken Cacciatore with Pasta

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds, cut into chunks boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 10 ounces pasta
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 sliced bell pepper
• 1 sliced yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken on all sides, about 6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. 2

   Add remaining oil, onion, and bell pepper; cook 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.

3. 3

   Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, oregano, and basil. Return chicken to the skillet.

4. 4

   Cover and simmer on low for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is tender.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions and drain.

6. 6

   Serve chicken cacciatore over pasta, topped with parmesan if desired.