Rustic Italian Chicken Cacciatore

Ingredients

• 8 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 can crushed tomatoes, 14 oz
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1 tsp oregano, dried
• 1 tsp basil, dried
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup polenta, dry
• 4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook for 5-6 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.

2. 2

   Flip the chicken and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate.