Classic Coq au Vin
A French culinary classic featuring chicken braised in red wine with bacon bits, mushrooms, and vegetables. A savory and comforting dish slow-simmered until the meat is tender and meltingly soft.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 chicken legs or thighs
- 5.3 oz bacon bits or diced bacon
- 7 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 2 carrots, sliced into rounds
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 sprig of thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or butter for cooking
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- 1
Brown the bacon bits in a large Dutch oven until slightly crispy. Set aside.
- 2
Brown the chicken pieces in the same pot. Remove and set aside.
- 3
Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and mushrooms. Sauté for a few minutes.
- 4
Sprinkle with flour and stir well to slightly thicken.
- 5
Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze the browned bits.
- 6
Return the chicken and bacon to the pot, then add the broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Cover and simmer over low heat for about 45 minutes.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper and serve hot with rice, potatoes, or fresh bread.
💡 Chef's Tip
Use a high-quality red wine for better flavor. You can prepare this dish in advance and reheat it before serving.
