Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore

Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore
Yields 6 servings, 6 points on Flex
Core Recipe

Marinara Sauce:
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1 can (28oz) crushed tomatoes
1 can (15oz) tomato sauce
2 teaspoons Italian seasonings (or use 1/2 teaspoon oregano and 1 teaspoon basil)
1/2 teaspoon sugar or Splenda (sucralose) sweetener

Spray medium saucepan w/ nonstick spray; heat. Add garlic; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil and sugar; stir to combine. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Let simmer until thickened and flavors are blended, about 20 minutes. Makes about 5 cups. Use 4 cups for this recipe, set aside remainder for other uses; can be frozen.

Chicken:
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves or thighs
4 cups marinara sauce (above)
2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
6 to 8 oz sliced fresh mushrooms
1 onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 bay leaf

Put the chicken in the slow cooker. Top with the marinara sauce, bell peppers, mushrooms, onion and garlic. Cook on low for 7 to 9 hours. Remove bay leaf and serve.

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