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Coq au Vin Classic Chicken

Homemade Coq au Vin Classic Chicken served on white plate
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Coq au Vin Classic Chicken is a traditional French stew featuring tender chicken braised in red wine with mushrooms, bacon, and aromatic herbs, offering rich and comforting flavors perfect for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 slices of bacon, diced
  • 1 cup pearl onions, peeled
  • 2 cups cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups red wine (such as Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large Dutch oven or heavy skillet, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the fat in the pan.
  3. Add olive oil to the pan if needed. Brown the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add pearl onions and mushrooms to the pan, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine, cooking for another minute.
  6. Slowly pour in the red wine and chicken broth while stirring, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  7. Add thyme, bay leaf, reserved bacon, and return the chicken to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour until chicken is tender.
  8. Remove the chicken and vegetables carefully. Increase heat and reduce sauce to thicken if needed, then return chicken and veggies to the sauce.
  9. Stir in butter for added richness. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in red wine and herbs overnight before cooking. Serve with buttered noodles or crusty French bread to soak up the sauce.

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