**Unveiling the Classic French Dish: Coq au Vin**
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of French cuisine with Coq au Vin, a timeless masterpiece that has captivated palates for centuries. This iconic dish showcases the harmonious marriage of tender chicken, sumptuous red wine, and an array of aromatic vegetables. Indulge in the rich and savory flavors that unfold in every bite, complemented by the subtle tang of wine and the earthy notes of mushrooms. Discover the secrets behind this beloved classic, from selecting the perfect wine to mastering the art of slow-simmered perfection. Explore a collection of carefully curated recipes that celebrate the essence of Coq au Vin, each offering unique variations to tantalize your taste buds. Prepare to be enchanted by the simplicity and elegance of this French treasure, a culinary symphony that promises to transport you to the heart of a traditional French bistro.
COQ AU VIN
Cook Ina Garten's top-rated recipe for classic French Coq Au Vin from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network with Burgundy wine, cremini mushrooms and pancetta.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
- Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven. Add the bacon and cook over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove the bacon to a plate with a slotted spoon.
- Meanwhile, lay the chicken out on paper towels and pat dry. Liberally sprinkle the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. When the bacon is removed, brown the chicken pieces in batches in a single layer for about 5 minutes, turning to brown evenly. Remove the chicken to the plate with the bacon and continue to brown until all the chicken is done. Set aside.
- Add the carrots, onions, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper to the pan and cook over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are lightly browned. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the Cognac and put the bacon, chicken, and any juices that collected on the plate into the pot. Add the wine, chicken stock, and thyme and bring to a simmer. Cover the pot with a tight fitting lid and place in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the chicken is just not pink. Remove from the oven and place on top of the stove.
- Mash 1 tablespoon of butter and the flour together and stir into the stew. Add the frozen onions. In a medium saute pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and cook the mushrooms over medium-low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, until browned. Add to the stew. Bring the stew to a simmer and cook for another 10 minutes. Season to taste. Serve hot.
COQ AU VIN (ROOSTER OR CHICKEN IN WINE)
My daughter found this recipe online and decided to try it. It was fantastic!! Note: It does need to be marinated overnight.
Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 2h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- A day in advance, place the rooster/chicken 8 pieces in large sealable dish. Pour half a bottle of red Burgundy wine over it.
- Add the small white onions, the quartered peeled carrots and the herbs. Cover and put in the fridge.
- The next day, remove and drain the chicken and vegetables. Put the wine aside for later use.
- Brown the chicken pieces with oil in a skillet. Remove the chicken. Using the same skillet, add garlic to the vegetables and heat for a couple of minutes.
- Put the chicken and the vegetables in a large sauce pan. Pour the wine in and add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil at moderate heat. Cover and cook at low heat for 1 or 2 hours.
- Heat bacon, onion and mushrooms in a skillet until brown (about 10 minutes).
- When the chicken is ready, add bacon, onion and mushrooms in the pan, cook and stir for 2 or 3 minutes. Taste and correct the seasoning,.
- Add parsley to the chicken when finished. Serve with rice or potatoes and the other half of the bottle of wine.
- Other wine suggestions: red Burgundy wine, or Cotes du Rhone red, Morgon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.4, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 93.2, Sodium 210.2, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 9.7, Protein 26.5
COQ AU VIN (CHICKEN WITH WINE)
This recipe appeared in Cook's Illustrated Magazine. What makes it unique is that, by using boned thigh meat and cooking in two pots, the preparation time for this classic dish is abbreviated to only 90 minutes.
Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO
Categories Stew
Time 1h30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Note: If using fresh pearl onions, cut the root and stem ends, plunge into boiling water for 1 minute and then shock in ice water. When cool, peel the outer skin.
- In a large saucepan, place the wine (reserve 1 T.), broth, parsley sprigs, thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 25 minutes or until reduced to about 3 cups.
- While the sauce is simmering, brown the bacon in a Dutch Oven, about 8 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate. Reserve 2 T. fat in a small bowl and discard the rest.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper and a little Greek Seasoning.
- Add 1 T. of the reserved fat to the Dutch oven and heat until just smoking. Add 1/2 the chicken in a single layer and lightly brown for about 2 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and repeat this step with the remaining chicken and fat.
- Melt 3 T. butter in now-empty Dutch oven over medium heat. When foaming subsides add the onions and mushrooms and cook about 7 minutes until lightly browned. Add garlic, tomato paste and flour and cook about 1 minute.
- Remove the bay leaf.Add the reduced wine mixture to the Dutch oven, scraping the bottom to loosen the chicken bits and add 1/4 t. pepper.
- At this point return the chicken and bacon to the Dutch oven and bring to boil over high heat. Then, reduce heat, cover pot and simmer for 25 minutes or until chicken is tender. Stir occasionally.
- Transfer chicken to large bowl and tent with foil. Increase heat and simmer sauce until thick, about 5 minutes.
- Remove Dutch oven from heat and stir in 2 T. butter and 1 T. wine. Add a little salt, return chicken to the pot and sprinkle with the minced parsley. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.5, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 195.7, Sodium 607.8, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 4.7, Protein 47.6
COQ AU VIN (CHICKEN BRAISED IN RED WINE)
Elegant but hearty chicken and wine dish. A nice blend of Burgundy, herbs, and garlic. I serve this with hot cooked noodles, crusty French bread, and a salad for a wonderful company meal. And don't forget the wine!
Provided by papergoddess
Categories Stew
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix flour, salt and pepper and put in paper or plastic bag.
- Drop chicken pieces into bag and shake to coat.
- In large skillet fry bacon until crisp; drain and reserve bacon bits.
- Brown chicken in bacon drippings.
- Remove to a plate.
- Add onions and mushrooms to skillet and cook until onions are tender.
- Drain off fat.
- Return chicken pieces to skillet (or you can place this in a large oven-proof baking dish).
- Add remaining ingredients, including bacon bits.
- Cover and simmer about 1 hours.
- or until chicken is tender.
- (Or cover and bake at 350F for 1-1 1/2 hrs).
- Remove Bouquet Garni before serving.
- Skim off excess fat.
- If desired, sprinkle with snipped parsley.
COQ AU VIN (CHICKEN IN RED WINE)
This is a Tyler Florence recipe that is very hearty and filling. Great for a cold night or a big crowd. The recipe says to let simmer 40 minutes, but I put it on at lunch time and cooked it all day and the chicken was super tender and falling off the bone!
Provided by Ewalla
Categories Stew
Time 1h15m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook the bacon over medium heat in olive oil in a large Dutch oven until crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Season the chicken pieces generously with the salt and pepper and brown the pieces in 2 batches in the bacon drippings. Set aside.
- Pour off about half of the pan drippings then add the onions, garlic, and mushrooms. Cook over medium-high heat until browned, about 8 minutes.
- Stir in the potatoes and carrots.
- Add the 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and the flour, stir to coat the vegetables.
- Pour in the wine and chicken broth, stir until you don't see any lumps of flour.
- Add the chicken, thyme, bay leaves, and half of the bacon to the stew.
- Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cover and braise until the chicken and vegetables are almost tender, about 40 minutes. Uncover and cook until sauce thickens, about 10 more minutes.
- Stir in the parsley and vinegar. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve with the remaining bacon.
- Serve with a nice crusty bread.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: Use a whole chicken or chicken pieces with skin and bones for the best flavor.
- Brown the chicken well: This will help to develop flavor and color.
- Use a good quality wine: A dry red wine like Burgundy or Pinot Noir is a good choice.
- Don't boil the wine: Bring it to a simmer and then reduce heat to low.
- Cook the chicken until it is tender: The meat should be cooked through but still juicy.
- Serve the coq au vin with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
Coq au vin is a classic French dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its rich, flavorful sauce and tender chicken, it's perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.
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