Chicken Cacciatore is a spicy, saucy dish that uses chicken, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions as the primary ingredients. It’s typically made in a skillet, but if you don’t yet know how to make Chicken Cacciatore in a Crock-Pot, you’re in for a real treat.

What I love most about Chicken Cacciatore, is that it’s perfect for the end of the gardening season right here in New England. If I’m lucky, I pick the last of my cherry tomatoes, peppers, and onions before the first frost and I’ll have more than I know what to do with. That makes them the perfect subjects for a dish like this, where I can use them up quickly before they begin to spoil (also chop and freeze them for later, that works too).

The spice level is up to you, but it wouldn’t be a Cacciatore without it. This simple spicy sauce throws together effortlessly, and it freezes well for lunches and dinners, making it a delicious meal prep dish to double on a Sunday.

To make this recipe easy (because who wants a slow cooker recipe to be difficult?) you can use a jar of tomato sauce from the store, but I love to make our Roasted Tomato Sauce ahead of time to use it for recipes like this!

If you love a good spicy Italian dish, then I know you’ll love this hearty recipe, it’s perfect for a fall or winter meal.

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More Easy Garden Tomato Recipes

If you need more ways to use tomatoes, our Tomato Collection includes a number of recipes that will help you use, preserve, and enjoy your bounty, including:

Cherry Tomato Salad
Balsamic Bruschetta
Fresh Salsa
Salsa Seafood Soup
Roasted Tomato Sauce

What are your favorite ways to use tomatoes from your garden? I’d love to hear your recipes in the comments below. And if you try this recipe, let me know what you think!