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Coq au Vin, which translates to “rooster in wine,” is a quintessential French dish. Imagine a cozy bistro in Paris, candlelight flickering, and the rich aroma of this rustic stew filling the air. Let’s bring that magic to your kitchen!
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Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 slices of thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine (preferably Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions:
- Sear the Chicken:
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In the same skillet, sear the chicken thighs (skin side down) until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet.
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture.
- Deglaze with Wine:
- Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add the chicken broth, thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and the reserved crispy bacon.
- Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet.
- Simmer and Infuse:
- Cover the skillet and let everything simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes. The flavors will meld beautifully.
- Remove the chicken and keep it warm.
- Thicken the Sauce:
- If needed, remove excess fat from the sauce.
- Simmer the sauce uncovered until it thickens slightly.
- Serve and Garnish:
- Plate the chicken thighs, spoon the rich sauce over them, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles.
Cook’s Note:
- If you don’t have red wine, you can use chicken broth instead.
- For a healthier version, remove the chicken skin before searing.
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximately 1 chicken thigh with sauce):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Protein: 28 g
- Fat: 20 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 2 g
Enjoy your Coq au Vin—a comforting French classic that warms both body and soul. Bon appétit! 🇫🇷🍷🍗
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