“Coq Au Vin” literally translates to Hen In Wine…so what’s not to like? LOL. And don’t worry, the alcohol totally cooks off during the cooking process, so it’s safe for kids AND preggos! I actually loved eating this when I was pregnant. So cozy.
Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, in a large oven-proof pot or dutch oven, cook the pancetta over medium high heat until browned and crispy– approximately 8 minutes.
Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and put on a paper towel lined plate to drain.
Add the chicken pieces to the pan in batches so the pot isn’t crowded, and brown well on all sides. As the pieces brown, remove them to a plate beside the stove.
In the same pot, add garlic, shallots, thyme, bay leaf, and tomato paste. Cook until fragrant, about one minute.
Add the chicken stock to the pan and deglaze, scraping up the browned bits on the bottom.
Add the chicken parts back to the pan, add the wine and carrots, the pancetta, and bring the liquid to a simmer. Cover with a tight fitting ild, and place the pot in the oven.
Cook for 30 minutes.
Carefully remove the pot from the oven and put back on top of the stove.
Gently melt the butter over the stove or in a microwave safe dish.
In a small mixing bowl, mix together the butter, flour, and a few tablespoons of the liquid from the pot on the stove.
Whisk together, then pour the mixture in to the chicken pot.
Add the mushroom to the pot, and cover. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve over buttered noodles or rice, and serve with more of that wine!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Coq Au Vin
Amount Per Serving (8 oz)
Calories 828Calories from Fat 432
% Daily Value*
Fat 48g74%
Saturated Fat 15g94%
Cholesterol 181mg60%
Sodium 784mg34%
Potassium 1150mg33%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 36g72%
Vitamin A 10522IU210%
Vitamin C 11mg13%
Calcium 91mg9%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.