Best 2 Slow Cooker Coq Au Vin Recipes

Indulge in the timeless French classic, coq au vin, a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken braised in a rich red wine sauce, enhanced with aromatic vegetables, savory bacon, and earthy mushrooms. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of coq au vin recipes offers a diverse range of cooking methods, from the traditional slow cooker approach to innovative variations that utilize a Dutch oven or even a pressure cooker. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure an exceptional culinary experience, whether you prefer a classic preparation or a modern twist on this beloved dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER COQ AU VIN

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Slow Cooker Coq Au Vin has all the red wine braised chicken flavors with shallots, chicken, garlic, mushrooms and carrots in the classic French dish you love.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories Main Course

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 bottle Pinot Noir
8 ounces thick-cut bacon (diced)
5 chicken thighs (skin on and bone-in)
1 teaspoon Kosher salt (divided)
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 pound crimini mushrooms (halved)
3 shallots (quartered)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
5 carrots (peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks)
2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons tomato paste
5 fresh thyme sprigs
2 bay leaves
1/2 pound white pearl onions (peeled)
2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
2 tablespoons flour

Steps:

In a medium saucepan on high heat add the bottle of wine and boil for 15 minutes until reduced to half the amount.
Preheat an aluminum slow cooker insert or cast iron skillet on high heat.
Cook the bacon until crisp, then remove.
Season the chicken with half the salt and the pepper.
Add to the skillet and brown on each side for 4-6 minutes or until browned on each side.
Remove the chicken from the pan and add in the mushrooms and shallots and lower the heat to medium high.
Cook for 3 minutes, stir then cook another 3 minutes.
Into the slow cooker add the mushrooms, shallots, garlic, carrots, half the bacon, broth*, rest of the salt, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf, pearl onions and the reduced red wine.
Stir all the ingredients until well mixed, nestle in the pieces of chicken and cook on low for 7 hours.
In a small bowl mix the butter and flour and add it to the slow cooker and stir.
Cook an additional hour or until thickened.
Top with remaining bacon and stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 152 mg, Sodium 1363 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SIMPLE SLOW COOKER COQ AU VIN

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Browning the bacon, chicken and vegetables briefly before adding them to the crock pot creates deep rich flavors in both the chicken and sauce. Serve with a crusty baguette or couscous.

Time 6h20m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 slices bacon, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter or extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 (12.0-ounce) package white or baby Bella mushrooms, quartered
2 carrots, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cup red wine
2 large sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to taste

Steps:

Arrange chicken on a large sheet of waxed paper.
Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Lightly coat chicken all over with flour and set aside.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add bacon and cook until golden and just crisp, 3 minutes.
Drain bacon on paper towels and set aside.
Discard drippings and wipe out skillet.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter (or heat oil, if using) in same skillet over medium high heat.
Add chicken and cook until lightly browned all over, about 3 minutes per side.
Transfer chicken to a large plate as done and set aside.
Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter or oil in same skillet.
Add mushrooms and cook until edges begin to brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add carrots, onions, garlic and salt and cook until vegetables just begin to soften.
Transfer vegetables and broth to crock pot.
Arrange chicken on top.
Sprinkle bacon over chicken.
Add wine and thyme sprigs. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours.
Season with salt and pepper, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 24 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Cholesterol 110 milligrams, Sodium 500 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Protein 26 grams

Tips:

Use a good quality red wine for the best flavor. A dry red wine like a Burgundy or Pinot Noir is a good choice.
Brown the chicken pieces before adding them to the slow cooker. This will help to develop more flavor.
Add plenty of vegetables to the slow cooker for a more hearty and flavorful dish. Carrots, celery, and onions are all good choices.
Use a good quality beef broth for the best flavor. A low-sodium broth is a good choice if you are watching your salt intake.
Add a bouquet garni to the slow cooker for extra flavor. A bouquet garni is a bundle of herbs tied together with kitchen twine. Common herbs used in a bouquet garni include thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
Cook the coq au vin on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
Serve the coq au vin over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Conclusion:

Coq au vin is a classic French dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. The slow cooker makes it easy to prepare this dish, and the results are well worth the wait.