Microwave Chicken Cacciatore(Total Cooking Time: 34 to 40 Minutes)

In a 3-quart microproof casserole, combine onion, green pepper and butter.

Cook, covered, on High (Max power) for 4 to 5 minutes, or until onion is transparent.

Add tomatoes and flour; stir until smooth.

Stir all remaining ingredients except chicken. Cook, covered, on High (Max power) for 5 minutes.

Add chicken pieces, immersing them in sauce.

Cook, covered, on High for 20 to 25 minutes, or until chicken is tender.

Stir once during cooking. Allow to stand 5 minutes, covered.

Remove bay leaf before serving with cooked spaghetti or rice.