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The Best Coq Au Vin Recipe For Your Slow Cooker

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Description

Coq au Vin is a classic French dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a hearty meal made with chicken, red wine, bacon, mushrooms, and herbs. This dish is traditionally cooked slowly over low heat to create tender and flavorful meat. In this recipe, we will be using a slow cooker to make the process even easier.

Prep Time

Preparation for this dish will take around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this dish is 6-8 hours on low heat.

Ingredients

To make this dish, you will need:
  • 4-6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
  • 4-6 slices of bacon, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup of red wine
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon of flour
  • 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup of mushrooms, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

To make this dish, you will need a slow cooker.

Method

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side down. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the tomato paste and flour to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Add the red wine to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Transfer the contents of the skillet to a slow cooker. Add the chicken broth, thyme, bay leaf, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
  7. Add the chicken and bacon to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  8. About 30 minutes before serving, add the sliced mushrooms to the slow cooker. Mix well and continue cooking.
  9. Remove the bay leaf and discard. Serve the coq au vin hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

Coq au Vin can be served with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Info

This dish serves 4-6 people and contains approximately 350-400 calories per serving.

Recipes FAQ

What type of wine should I use?

Traditionally, Coq au Vin is made with a Burgundy wine, but you can use any good quality red wine that you prefer.

Can I use boneless chicken thighs?

Yes, boneless chicken thighs can be used in this recipe, but bone-in and skin-on thighs will provide more flavor and juiciness to the dish.

Can I use chicken breasts instead?

Yes, chicken breasts can be used in this recipe, but they may become dry if cooked for the full 6-8 hours. Reduce the cooking time to 4-6 hours if using chicken breasts.

Recipe Tips

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in red wine overnight before cooking.
  • If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and add it to the slow cooker. Mix well and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  • For a healthier version, use turkey bacon and skinless chicken thighs.

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