French Coq au Vin

French Coq au Vin is a classic French stew made with chicken, red wine, mushrooms, and a variety of aromatic vegetables. It is a rich and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, creating a tender and flavorful chicken dish. It is traditionally served with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Prep: 30 minutes

Cook: Within 1 hour 30 minutes

Meal: Dinner

Difficulty: Easy

Method: Simmer

Created: 2025-06-30

Nutrition Per Serving

250

Calories

kcal

Protein

Carbs

Fats

0.2

Vitamins

Fiber

Sugar

Cholesterol

2.5

Minerals

Ingredients

1 servings

1 whole chicken (about 3 pounds), cut into pieces

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

2 stalks of celery, chopped

4 cloves of garlic, minced

1 cup red wine (such as Burgundy or Merlot)

1 cup chicken broth

1 teaspoon tomato paste

1 bay leaf

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced

Salt to taste

Instructions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Return the chicken to the pot with the wine, chicken broth, tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 1 hour.

Step 4

After 1 hour, add the mushrooms to the pot and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes. Season with salt to taste.

Chef's Tips

• For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of brandy or cognac after adding the wine and before reducing the heat