Quick Coq au Vin

Ingredients for Quick Coq au Vin

• 45ml olive oil

• 2 or 3 thick slices bacon, roughly chopped

• 1 (4-pound) chicken, cut into six pieces

• 1 handful flour, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste

• 8 to 275g button or cremini mushrooms, rinsed and halved (optional)

• 20 whole baby carrots, cut in half

• 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced

• 2 large sweet onions, chopped, or 475ml pearl onions

• 1 bottle red wine (white works, too)

• 240ml chicken broth

• 1 bay leaf

• 2 sprigs thyme

How to make Quick Coq au Vin

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until crisp. Transfer to a large plate.

2. Shake the chicken pieces with the seasoned flour in a paper or plastic bag.

3. Brown the chicken in the pot, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to the plate with the bacon.

4. Sauté the mushrooms (if using), carrots, garlic, and onions in the pot until they just begin to brown, 5 minutes.

5. Pour half the wine into the pan and cook over high heat for about 8 minutes.

6. Add the broth and the remaining wine. Bring to a boil and add the chicken, bacon, and herbs.

7. Return to a boil, then cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and thyme and serve.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.