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Julia Child’s Coq au Vin Recipe

Julia Child’s Coq au Vin Recipe: Your New Comfort Food Hero

Discover Julia Child’s Coq au Vin Recipe, a classic French dish that brings cozy culinary celebration to your table.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Opt for maximum flavor.
  • 750 ml red wine A good quality medium-bodied red like Pinot Noir.
For the Vegetables
  • 4 slices bacon Infuses smoky flavor; turkey bacon is a lighter option.
  • 2 medium onions Can substitute with shallots for a milder taste.
  • 2 medium carrots Parsnips can be used as an alternative.
  • 200 g mushrooms Cremini or button mushrooms work well.
  • 4 cloves garlic More cloves can be added for a stronger flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons flour Gluten-free options like cornstarch can be used.
  • 500 ml chicken stock Vegetable stock can be a substitute.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • zip-lock bag

Method
 

Marinade and Cook
  1. In a large zip-lock bag, combine chicken with red wine, thyme, bay leaf, and crushed garlic. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside, retaining bacon fat.
  3. Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, and brown skin-side down in bacon fat for about 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté onions, carrots, and mushrooms in the pot for 5-7 minutes, then add garlic during the last minute.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, then sprinkle flour and mix well. Gradually add reserved marinade and chicken stock, whisking until smooth.
  6. Return chicken and crumbled bacon to the pot, add thyme and bay leaf, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  7. Add pearl onions and continue cooking for an additional 15-20 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce has thickened.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow marination overnight for best flavor. Retain bacon fat for richness without overpowering the dish. Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for moist meat. Consider reducing sauce for a thicker texture. Store leftovers for better flavor enhancement.

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