During the week our meals are thrown together, microwaved, baked from a box, eaten while standing-up, gulped at the counter or eaten in the car on the way to soccer practice, or on the way back. On the way to geometry tutoring or on the way back-it is organized chaos during the week.
On Sundays, we take a different approach. Sunday Supper is a tradition in our family. It is an opportunity to gather our family and friends, enjoy quality time together, and eat a real meal.
Sunday Suppers are typically hearty family style meals served on platters that can be passed around in a communal style. Weather permitting is almost always enjoyed outdoors. This my friends makes for some our best memories as a family.
I have been making this Emeril Lagasse Chicken Cacciatore recipe for many years-It is foolproof, easy to prepare and can serve a crowd.
If you have not had a Sunday Supper in awhile, make plans, invite the family and a few good friends, sit down and enjoy a meal together.
Chicken Cacciatore
Serves 4
Recipe from Emeril Lagassee
Ingredients:
4 chicken thighs
4 chicken drumsticks
4 chicken wings
Emeril’s Essence Seasoning
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 cups sliced shitake mushrooms, cleaned and stemmed
2 Tablespoons chopped garlic
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup chicken stock
pinch of red pepper
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs thyme
1 Tablespoon basil
1/2 pound cooked fettuccine or spaghetti
4-ounces grated Parmesan cheese
1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
Directions:
Season the chicken with Essence. Season the flour with Essence. Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour, coating completely. In a large Dutch oven, over medium-high heat, add oil. When the oil is hot, add the chicken and brown for 2-3 minutes each side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Add the onions. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in the wine, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and stock. Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in red pepper, bay leaf, thyme and basil. Add the chicken back to the mixture. Reduce heat to medium and cover. Simmer for 1-hour or until tender. Garnish with cheese and parsley.
Enjoy.
Schnitzel and the Trout
Velva, you have brought back memories with this dish. It has been years….but I truly love it and this one does look doable. Sunday dinner in our home has always been special going way back to my mother and mother-in-law. We also made it special with our daughters when they were living at home. And still, to this day, Sunday dinner is always well-planned and enjoyed. It's a great time for families to talk after a busy week.
TKW
Velva, this looks amazing! Nothing like sitting down with your wolf pack for a great dinner!
Hungry Dog
I'm in love! I absolutely adore chicken cacciatore and this version looks a lot like the one my dad used to make when I was a kid (minus the Emeril spices, I guess!) Happy weekend to you!
Manju Modiyani
Wow! This looks delicious! The thing I noticed is you have used a lot of Indian spices..I like your idea of using indian spices, thyme and cheese together! Looks heavenly!
Big Dude
That looks awesome Velva and I like the use of Essence in it. We've made the dish once and it's yet to get back on the radar – thanks for the reminder.
Lynn
We have dinner every Sunday too. The chicken sounds amazing! I love the pic that shows that poor person sitting there patiently waiting to dig in:@)
Suzan
Velva, This looks amazing!! I've already bought my chciken wings and will BBQ them, but must rmember this one!! Lots of spices!
Chris
I need to try this one. I've done a southwestern style of Cacciatore but I bet I'd like this Cajun one too!
chow and chatter
looks lovely and so important to have family meals
Michelle
Looks so very good! Nice to hear that someone else has a crazy schedule during the week!
berl's stuff
Sounds like a wonderful time. Can't wait to try this dish, it looks awesome.
Hamaree Rasoi
Chicken Cacciatore looks simply mouthwatering. Have bookmarked it to prepare it this weekend.Deepa
Just Cake Girl
That look yummy! 🙂
Lorraine
One of my all-time-favorite dishes, looks delicious and perfect for bringing family together:)
Lea Ann
Slow braised meats are so perfect for a gather around the table family meal. Looks gorgeous Velva.
tasteofbeirut
Love chicken and tomato or red pepper; this is a timeless classic, and a perfect choice for a sit-down communal meal.
SavoringTime in the Kitchen
What a wonderful tradition and meal! We are sitting down for Sunday supper tonight with friends during half-time 😉
Angie's Recipes
I need to make this ASAP! Looks really flavoursome and tasty.
That Girl
We do so much running around on the weekend we don't usually vary our dinner routine based on the day of the week. But at least most of our meals are quick!
Kim
I am such a fan of Emeril's recipes (always surprises me that his recipes aren't more popular). Either way, this is a gorgeous family-sized plate of food. I love the serving dish you've used. So welcoming!
The JR
You know, I've never thought of making this….need to try it and see how the hubby likes it.
Gloria Baker
Velva this plate sounds absolutely delicious!!!
Kitchen Belleicious
wishing i would have been at your house for dinner that night! Wow! It looks hearty and rich- the perfect combination of chicken mushrooms and pasta
Blond Duck
This sounds perfect for Sunday dinner!
Claudia
This was always one of my favorite Sunday suppers growing up. I use a similar recipe – and just back in all the sauce. Emeril's recipe looks perfect and the proof is in the picture. (Sadly cannot taste it from here.)
scrambledhenfruit
Our clan still gathers at my mom's house for Sunday suppers where everybody pitches in. Your chicken cacciatore would be a lovely addition! 🙂
Dining Alone
That looks amazing! I need to organize a Sunday supper soon for my family.
Martha
I can so relate to this post Velva! I hate being so busy that we have to eat on the run so often. I even gave up my blog being just a food blog because it's so rare that I do anything real creative in the kitchen these days. Sundays are still always for good homemade food, and whenever possible family time too. It's difficult when the kids are older and all working to get them all home together at the same time even on Sundays 🙁
SuziCate
That looks fabulous! I have to tell you I've made your sriracha chicken wings for Super Bowl for three years now and they're still a big hit!
Suhaina
wow.. these looks super tempting..perfectly done..
Val
I have not had chicken cacciatore in such a long time….I forgot how much I love it. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe.
Unknown
oh my that's gorgeous, great color
Roz | La Bella Vita Cucina
I have been a search for the ultimate chicken cacciatore recipe and love Emeril's recipe, plus with your stamp of approval through the years, that speaks volumes to me, Velva. Sorry that I have been absent from commenting on your blog for the last few months. I'm just getting back into my regular groove regarding blogging since my father's illness and passing. I've missed my good blogging friends!