Best Chicken Cacciatore

Directions

1. 1
   In a large skillet, heat oil and add onions and garlic.
2. 2
   Cook until tender.
3. 3
   Remove onions.
4. 4
   In same skillet, brown chicken pieces (add more oil if needed) for 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Return cooked onions to skillet.
6. 6
   Combine undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, oregano or basil, celery seed, pepper and bay leaves.
7. 7
   Pour over chicken.
8. 8
   Cover; simmer 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Stir in wine.
10. 10
    Cook, uncovered, over low heat 15 minutes more.
11. 11
    Serve with hot rice.