Coq Au Vin Recipe

Name: Coq Au Vin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks, well trimmed; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 bottle (750ml) fruity red wine - Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir works well; 2 1/2 cups chicken stock; 6 ounces thick-cut smoked bacon, cubed; 6-7 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 large carrot, coarsely chopped; 1 large onion, coarsely chopped; 2 medium shallots, peeled and quartered; 2 medium garlic cloves, skin on and mashed; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, 10 parsley stems and 1 bay leaf bundled into a bouquet garni; 1 1/2 teaspoon tomato paste; 1 pound frozen pearl onions, thawed; 1/2 pound small white button mushrooms; 2-3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves

Servings: persons

3 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks, well trimmed
Salt and pepper to taste
1 bottle (750ml) fruity red wine - Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir works well
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
6 ounces thick-cut smoked bacon, cubed
6-7 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 large carrot, coarsely chopped
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
2 medium shallots, peeled and quartered
2 medium garlic cloves, skin on and mashed
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, 10 parsley stems and 1 bay leaf bundled into a bouquet garni
1 1/2 teaspoon tomato paste
1 pound frozen pearl onions, thawed
1/2 pound small white button mushrooms
2-3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves

1
Return French oven to burner over medium-high heat & add another T of butter. When butter is melted, add chicken & cook til well browned, turning as necessary, for 12-16 mins. Remove chicken to a plate; set aside. Pour off all fat from French oven; return to heat & add wine-veg mixture. Bring to boil, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add browned chicken, bouquet garni & tomato paste to boiling mixture; return to boil, then reduce heat to low & simmer gently, partially covered. Turn chicken as nec. during cooking, til tender & infused w/wine flavor, 60 mins.
2
While chicken & sauce are cooking, heat another 2 Ts butter in med. sauce skillet over med-low heat. Add pearl onions & cook for 5-8 mins til lightly browned. Add mushrooms, season w/ salt, cover & cook for 5 mins til mushrooms release their liquid. Remove cover, increase heat to high & boil til liquid has evaporated & onion & mushrooms are golden brown, about another 5 mins. Trans. onions & mushrooms to plate w/ bacon; set aside.
3
When chicken is cooked, transfer to platter & cover. Strain sauce over bowl. Sauce should measure 2-3 cups. Return to pan. Counting 1 T each of butter & flour for ea. cup of sauce, mash 2 to 3 Ts each butter & flour in small bowl to make a beurre manie. Bring sauce to boil & whisk in beurre manie til thickened & smooth. Add reserved chicken, bacon, onions & mushrooms; salt & pepper to taste. Reduce heat to med-low & simmer to warm through & blend flavors, about 5 mins. Check seasoning & adjust if nec.; add parsley. Transfer chicken to serving plate; pour sauce over chicken. Serve immed.

2478

kcal

Calories

177

Fat

Carbs

156

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks, well trimmed, Salt and pepper to taste, 1 bottle (750ml) fruity red wine - Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir works well, 2 1/2 cups chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Coq Au Vin falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Coq Au Vin

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