Best 2 Coq Au Vin By Julia Child Recipes
Indulge in the timeless French classic, coq au vin, elevated by the legendary Julia Child. This hearty and flavorful dish showcases tender chicken braised in a rich and complex sauce, infused with the essence of red wine, aromatic vegetables, and savory bacon. Our curated collection of coq au vin recipes captures the essence of this iconic dish, offering variations that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. From Julia Child's original masterpiece to simplified versions, as well as interpretations that incorporate unique ingredients and cooking techniques, our selection ensures that every home chef can relish this culinary gem.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
COQ AU VIN BY JULIA CHILD
If you've never ignited alcohol in a dish before, you've gotta try it, LOL! As you can imagine, Julia's Coq Au Vin is delicious, and surprisingly easy. This recipe is from "Julia Child's Kitchen", and the ingredients are exactly as I found them. I've also added a couple of notes in the ingredients and directions regarding my experience with the recipe. A very fragrant and rich dish, very classic and so easy to make. I served it with buttered egg noodles and a homemade quickie brioche.
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories Chicken
Time 1h55m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- If you are using lardons, saute several minutes in 2 tablespoons oil in a heavy bottomed casserole until lightly browned; remove lardons to a side dish and leave fat in pan; otherwise, film pan with 1/8 inch of oil.
- (My weird turkey bacon didn't give up a lot of fat, so I went with a little extra olive oil--).
- Heat fat or oil in pan to moderately hot, add chicken, not crowding pan; turn frequently to brown nicely on all sides (my skinless thighs didn't exactly"brown" as chicken with skin would have; if I had used white meat I would have left the skin on).
- Pour in the Cognac, shake pan a few seconds until bubbling hot, then ignite Cognac with a match.
- (What a rush!).
- Let flame a minute, swirling pan by its handle to burn off alcohol; extinguish with pan cover.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper; add bay leaf and thyme.
- Place onions around the chicken.
- Cover and cook slowly 10 minutes, turning once.
- Uncover the pan; sprinkle on the flour turning chicken and onions so flour is absorbed; cook 3 to 4 minutes more, turning once or twice.
- Remove from heat, gradually stir and swirl in the wine and enough stock or bouillon to almost cover the chicken.
- Add the browned lardons, garlic, and tomato paste.
- Cover and simmer slowly 25 to 30 minutes, then test chicken, remove those pieces that are tender, and continue cooking the rest a few minutes longer.
- (I actually cooked it about 15 to 20 minutes longer so it would reduce and become more of a sauce.) Return all chicken to the pan, add mushrooms and simmer 4 to 5 minutes.
- Taste carefully, and correct seasoning.
- Sauce should be just thick enough to coat chicken and vegetables lightly.
- If too thin, boil down rapidly to concentrate; if too thick, thin out with spoonfuls of bouillon.
FROM JULIA CHILD: "MY HUSBAND'S FAVORITE COQ AU VIN"
I found this within a Reader's Digest article about Julia and her husband, Paul Child. This recipe is now a favorite in our home. I sometimes use a whole chicken instead of just the thighs and drumsticks, cutting the breasts into four small pieces. Very good served over seasoned, buttered egg noodles.
Provided by Mrs.Stanley
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Salt and pepper chicken thighs and drumsticks as desired.
- Dredge in flour, and then shake off excess.
- Lightly coat a sauté pan with oil.
- Set over high heat.
- When almost hot enough to smoke, brown chicken pieces on all sides.
- Remove to a side dish.
- In the same pan, lightly brown the onions, and then return the chicken to the pan.
- In small mixing bowl, blend wine, stock or bouillon, and tomato paste.
- Add this mixture to the sauté pan with chicken and onions.
- Add the herb bouquet, immersing it in the liquid.
- Bringing to a slow simmer, cover and cook for about 25 minutes.
- Chicken should be tender (a fork will pierce it easily).
- Note: This can be made in advance to this point; simply cover and reheat.
- Place chicken on a heated platter, skimming off any fat that is visible.
- Over high heat, reduce remaining juices for several minutes until lightly thickened.
- Adjust seasoning as desired (salt and pepper), and then pour sauce over chicken and serve.
Tips:
- Use a good quality wine. The wine you use will have a big impact on the flavor of the dish, so it's important to choose a wine that you enjoy drinking. A full-bodied red wine, such as a Burgundy or a Cabernet Sauvignon, is a good choice.
- Brown the chicken pieces well. This will help to develop flavor and color.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to the dish. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, and mushrooms.
- Cook the dish low and slow. This will help to tenderize the chicken and allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the dish with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. These will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
Coq au vin is a classic French dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is a rich and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your guests. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home.
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