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Coq-au-Vin-Recipe

Coq au Vin

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Coq au Vin is a hearty, flavorful dish that features tender chicken simmered in rich red wine, combined with fresh vegetables and herbs. Perfect for a cozy dinner with family and friends, this easy recipe highlights the best of French cuisine with minimal prep work.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in chicken thighs, or bone-in chicken legs
  • Salt and black pepper, for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, halved
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups dry red wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken skin-side down until golden, about 5 to 7 minutes. Flip and cook for 2 more minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same pot, add bacon and cook until crisp. Add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in onion and carrots, cooking until softened, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, then sprinkle flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually pour in red wine, scraping browned bits from the bottom. Stir in chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf.
  5. Return chicken to the pot, skin-side up, ensuring the liquid comes halfway up the chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover partially, and cook on low for 30 to 35 minutes until chicken is tender.
  6. Remove chicken to a plate. Simmer sauce for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken if needed. Stir in butter for richness and taste for seasoning adjustments.
  7. Return chicken to the pot or spoon sauce over it. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, noodles, or bread.

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Notes

For an extra depth of flavor, let the Coq au Vin sit for a few hours or overnight before serving.
Pair with crusty French bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables based on what you have on hand.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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