BRAISED CHICKEN WITH PEPPERS AND MUSHROOMS

Braised Chicken with Peppers and Mushrooms image

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
One 4-ounce can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
One 14 1/2-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, drained
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 onions, chopped
2 green bell peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, for garnish

Steps:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and brown, turning occasionally, for 7 to 10 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms, oregano, and red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes and break them up lightly with a fork. Add the lemon juice and salt and simmer for 2 minutes.
In a bowl, combine the garlic, onions, and bell peppers. Place half of the mixture in the bottom of the crockpot. Cover with half the chicken and sauce, then layer on the remaining bell pepper mixture and top with the remaining chicken and sauce.
Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 4 hours. Garnish with the basil and serve hot.
These leftovers make the best Italian-style hero sandwiches ever!