Coq au Vin
Coq au Vin is a classic French dish that envelops tender chicken in a luscious red wine sauce, complemented by earthy mushrooms and crispy lardons. This hearty meal is not only comforting but also impressively elegant, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With minimal effort, you can create a dining experience reminiscent of a cozy Parisian bistro, complete with rich aromas and unforgettable flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Dutch oven cooking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups dry red wine
- 4 oz bacon lardons
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp flour
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: chop bacon, slice mushrooms and shallots.
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy; set aside.
- Sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown on both sides; remove from pot.
- Sauté shallots and garlic in the same pot until fragrant; sprinkle flour over mixture.
- Pour in red wine and chicken broth; scrape up any brown bits from the pot.
- Add back bacon, mushrooms, thyme, and seared chicken; bring to a simmer.
- Cover and simmer for about an hour until chicken is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Use good quality dry red wine for optimal flavor. - Feel free to substitute chicken with duck or add other vegetables like carrots for variation. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.