My family loves this dish. I always rely on this particular recipe because of the addition of the bacon. I tend to be a little heavier handed with the mushrooms, and garlic, frequently use basil instead of oregano, and I use a dry marasala instead of the sweeter version, but it's a great recipe.

Reviewed On: Apr. 14, 2008

I read the reviews yesterday and thought that the recipe was simple enough so I tried it last night. I'm pretty sure it took me more than 15 minutes of prep time, but I agree with the other reviews that this meal went over well with my husband and kids. I did follow other reviewers' leads and made my own adjustments, chopping the carrots instead of slicing and sauteing them with the green peppers, celery, onion, and of course lots of garlic. Then I added the chicken. I too added a can of diced tomatoes with the juice, cutting back on the broth. I tend to like things a little more seasoned and spicy, so next time I think I would add a tablespoon of cajun seasoning after adding the chicken and use andouille sausage instead of smoked. But all in all with some steamed broccoli on the side, it was a pretty good meal.

Reviewed On: Nov. 29, 2006