From Julia Child: "My Husband'S Favorite Coq Au Vi

Name: From Julia Child: "My Husband'S Favorite Coq Au Vin"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs; 4 chicken drumsticks; salt and pepper; 1 cup all-purpose flour, spread in a plate; 2 -3 tablespoons cooking oil; 2 cups sliced onions; 2 cups red wine (Chianti or Zinfandel type); 1 cup beef stock or 1 cup beef bouillon; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; herb bouquet; 1/2 teaspoon thyme; 1 bay leaf; 2 cloves garlic, tied together with; 2 -3 sprigs parsley

Servings: persons

4 chicken thighs
4 chicken drumsticks
salt and pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour, spread in a plate
2 -3 tablespoons cooking oil
2 cups sliced onions
2 cups red wine (Chianti or Zinfandel type)
1 cup beef stock or 1 cup beef bouillon
3 tablespoons tomato paste
herb bouquet
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 bay leaf
2 cloves garlic, tied together with
2 -3 sprigs parsley

1
Salt and pepper chicken thighs and drumsticks as desired.
2
Dredge in flour, and then shake off excess.
3
Lightly coat a saute pan with oil.
4
Set over high heat.
5
When almost hot enough to smoke, brown chicken pieces on all sides.
6
Remove to a side dish.
7
In the same pan, lightly brown the onions, and then return the chicken to the pan.
8
In small mixing bowl, blend wine, stock or bouillon, and tomato paste.
9
Add this mixture to the saute pan with chicken and onions.
10
Add the herb bouquet, immersing it in the liquid.
11
Bringing to a slow simmer, cover and cook for about 25 minutes.
12
Chicken should be tender (a fork will pierce it easily).
13
Note: This can be made in advance to this point; simply cover and reheat.
14
Place chicken on a heated platter, skimming off any fat that is visible.
15
Over high heat, reduce remaining juices for several minutes until lightly thickened.
16
Adjust seasoning as desired (salt and pepper), and then pour sauce over chicken and serve.

968

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* 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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken thighs, 4 chicken drumsticks, salt and pepper, 1 cup all-purpose flour, spread in a plate, and more.

Yes, From Julia Child: "My Husband'S Favorite 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

From Julia Child: "My Husband'S Favorite Coq Au Vin"

Tips for the best results

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My Personal Notes

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