Coq Au Vin, The Easy Way Recipe

Name: Coq Au Vin, The Easy Way
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 4 lbs chicken pieces, washed and dried thoroughly; 3 large onions, peeled and quartered; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 6 medium carrots, peeled (cut them into large pieces if you don't want whole carrots in the dish); 2 tablespoons flour; 2 cups sherry wine; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 cup mushroom, chopped; salt; fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
4 lbs chicken pieces, washed and dried thoroughly
3 large onions, peeled and quartered
1 garlic clove, crushed
6 medium carrots, peeled (cut them into large pieces if you don't want whole carrots in the dish)
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups sherry wine
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup mushroom, chopped
salt
fresh ground pepper

1
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides.
3
Remove chicken and drain on paper towels.
4
Add onions, garlic and carrots to skillet, and let brown slightly.
5
Push vegetables to one side and sprinkle in flour, stirring constantly.
6
Gradually stir in sherry.
7
Add bay leaf, parsley, thyme and mushrooms.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Reduce heat to low and return chicken to pan.
10
Cover and simmer about 45 minutes, or until chicken is tender, adding more sherry if needed.
11
Remove bay leaf before serving.

951

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

146

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 4 lbs chicken pieces, washed and dried thoroughly, 3 large onions, peeled and quartered, 1 garlic clove, crushed, and more.

Yes, Coq Au Vin, The Easy Way 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Coq Au Vin, The Easy Way

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