Step 1

Mix 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper and sprinkle over the chicken.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a medium skillet (I love using cast iron) over medium-high heat. Place about 1/2 of the chicken pieces in the skillet skin side down. Cook until browned, about 3 minutes each side. Place browned chicken in the slow cooker while you cook the remaining chicken. Repeat.

Step 3

Meanwhile: add onions, peppers, olives, mushrooms, garlic, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chicken stock, and remaining 1/2 salt to the slow cooker.

Step 4

Cook on low for 5 hours.

Step 5

Serve over polenta, mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice and enjoy!