Julia Child’s Coq au Vin
Indulge in the rich flavors of Julia Child’s Coq au Vin, a classic French dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a luxurious red wine sauce. Enhanced by earthy mushrooms, crispy bacon, and aromatic herbs, this one-pot wonder is perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With its inviting aroma and hearty taste, each bite transports you to a charming bistro in France.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Burgundy or Pinot Noir
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz fresh button mushrooms
- 1 cup pearl onions
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the bacon and gathering everything for efficiency.
- In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels while reserving the fat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown in the bacon fat for about five minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add pearl onions and mushrooms to the pot; sauté for five minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in red wine and chicken stock, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Add garlic, thyme, and return bacon to the pot.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for about an hour until chicken is fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg