Description
Hearty French Coq au Vin is a classic French dish that warms the soul with its rich flavors. Tender chicken thighs are braised in velvety red wine, accompanied by crispy bacon, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, this dish combines comfort and sophistication in every bite, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 cups dry red wine
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, halved
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/3 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
Instructions
- Chop bacon into small pieces and dice the vegetables.
- In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy; remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same pot, brown chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes per side; remove and set aside.
- Sauté garlic, mushrooms, carrots, and thyme in the remaining fat for about 5 minutes.
- Deglaze the pot with red wine and chicken stock; scrape up browned bits.
- Return bacon and chicken to the pot, bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low for about an hour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with sauce (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg