French Coq au Vin with Mushrooms
Indulge in a classic dish from France, a true embodiment of French culinary skills and tradition. Coq au Vin, a quintessential French recipe, brings to life the deep, rustic flavors of the countryside. The dish celebrates the marriage of tender chicken with a luscious red wine sauce, accented with the rich flavors of bacon and the earthiness of mushrooms. This recipe, catered to an omnivore diet and meticulously crafted to respect culinary traditions, makes for an unforgettable dining experience for two. Prepare yourself for a culinary journey to the heart of France, with the warmth and depth of flavors that only French cuisine can offer.
Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert
Preparation Time: 30 minutes, Cooking Time: 2 hours
Ingredients
- 400 grams of chicken pieces
- 200 grams red wine
- 100 grams bacon
- 200 grams mushrooms, cremini or button
- 100 grams onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 100 grams carrots, diced
- 5 grams fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 30 grams butter
- 5 grams salt
- 5 grams pepper
Method
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crisp. Remove the bacon, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken in the bacon drippings, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onions, garlic, and carrots. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Return the chicken to the pot, add mushrooms, and stir in red wine. Add thyme and bay leaves.
- Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 2 hours until the chicken is tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste and remove bay leaves before serving.
- Garnish with thyme sprigs and the reserved bacon before serving.
Tips
- For a deep flavor, marinate the chicken in red wine and thyme for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with hearty bread or creamy mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce to perfection.
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal | 450 kcal |
| Calories | 628 kJ | 1884 kJ |
| Fat | 10g | 30g |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 12g |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 15g |
| Sugars | 2g | 6g |
| Protein | 12g | 36g |
| Salt | 1g | 3g |
