This is one of our family's favorite crock pot meals. You may either cook this in a crock-pot or a large pot on the stove, depending on availability of equipment and time.
Crock Pot Chicken, Italian Style
This dish is abundant in lycopene, and onions are a major source of a Quercetin, a super-antioxidant. Similar to garlic, onions and shallots seem to be most helpful in cancers of the digestive tract (e.g. esophagus, stomach, and colon). Bell Peppers offer the antioxidant beta carotene.
Thyme It is an excellent source of iron and manganese and Thymol has been found to protect and significantly increase the percentage of healthy fats found in cell membranes and other cell structures.
1 large organic Red Onion, cut into 8 pieces
1 large organic Yellow or Red Bell Pepper, cut into 8 pieces
2 tsp. fresh organic Thyme leaves (1 tsp. dry)
6- 2" long fresh Sage leaves (1 tsp. dry)
A handful of baby Bok Choy or Spinach leaves
1 tsp. organic Oregano
4 organic, free-range Chicken Thighs
2 organic, free-range Chicken Breasts, cut in half (to make 4 pieces)
1 shallot, diced (1 Tbs.)
2 cups homemade or jarred organic Marinara Sauce
1 tsp. Sea Salt
1 tsp. Black Pepper
Pinch of Cayenne Pepper (opt)
Place half the onions, peppers and herbs in the bottom of the pot.
Add half the chicken, then the rest of the onions, peppers, herbs and the rest of chicken. Sprinkle shallot and seasoning on top.
Pour sauce over chicken, nudging pieces with a spoon to allow the sauce to make its way to the bottom.
Crock Pot: Cover and place on High. Time for 3 1/2 hours.
Stove Top: Add 1/2 c. of water to chicken, and place on medium high until sauce begins to bubble. Turn to medium low, cover and cook for 1 hour. Check at 30 minutes, gently stirring to make sure chicken is covered with sauce.
~ Sahtein! (double health) ♥
Serve with baked sweet potatoes and a fresh mixed green salad for a delightful meal.
