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Coq au Vin

Delicious Coq au Vin: A Cozy French Classic to Savor

Savor the comforting flavors of Coq au Vin, a classic French stew filled with tender chicken, smoky bacon, and rich vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 4 pieces Chicken (thighs and drumsticks) Opt for dark meat for juiciness
  • 2 cups Red Wine A dry Pinot Noir is ideal
  • 4 ounces Bacon/Pancetta Can use a vegetarian alternative
  • 1 cup Onions (Pearl) Shallots can be substituted
  • 2 cups Carrots No substitutions needed
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Any variety like cremini or button
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, garlic powder is an alternative
  • 3 sprigs Thyme Italian seasoning can substitute
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
For the Braise
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock Low-sodium is preferred
  • 3 tablespoons Flour Cornstarch can be used as a gluten-free alternative

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then dust with flour.
  2. In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil, add bacon, and sauté until crispy.
  3. Remove bacon, add chicken, and brown on all sides.
  4. Sauté pearl onions, carrots, and mushrooms in the same pot until softened.
  5. Add garlic, thyme, and bay leaves, and cook for an additional minute.
  6. Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up browned bits.
  7. Return chicken and bacon to the pot, cover with chicken stock, and simmer.
  8. Remove chicken and vegetables to thicken sauce.
  9. Return chicken and veggies back and warm through.
  10. Garnish with parsley, bacon, and thyme before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish improves the next day, making it perfect for make-ahead meals.

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