Medium

Coq au Vin

Name: Coq au Vin
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French-Canadian
Ingredients: 2 kg chicken pieces (legs, thighs, breasts on the bone); 150 g bacon lardons or thick-cut bacon, diced; 200 g pearl onions, peeled; 200 g cremini mushrooms, halved; 2 carrots, sliced; 1 bottle dry red wine (Burgundy or Pinot Noir, 750ml); 1 cup chicken broth; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 bay leaves; 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp flour; 2 tbsp brandy (optional); fresh parsley for garnish

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1 hr 50 min6460 cal

The ultimate French classic — chicken slowly braised in red wine with bacon lardons, mushrooms, pearl onions, and aromatic herbs. Coq au Vin is a Québec household favourite, especially during the colder months. The wine sauce becomes incredibly rich and deep after long, slow cooking.

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Nutrition Per Serving

Calories460 kcal

Protein38 g

Fat22 g

Carbs12 g

Fiber2 g

Sugar4 g

Sodium780 mg

Pro Tips

💡Use a wine you'd actually drink.
💡Make a day ahead for even better flavour.
💡The sauce should coat a spoon.
💡Marinate chicken in wine overnight for extra depth.

Variations

🔄Coq au vin blanc — use white wine for a lighter version.
🔄Instant Pot: brown, add everything, pressure cook 20 minutes.
🔄Add a splash of cognac for extra richness.
🔄Use boneless thighs for easier eating.

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Slow cook

Finish

Nutrition Per Serving

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