Chicken Casserole or Coq Au Vin

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Classic French dish: Chicken Casserole or Coq Au Vin
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2.5 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 chicken
4 slices bacon
8 shallots
4 garlic cloves
4 medium carrots
4 large mushrooms
4 -6 potatoes
2 -3 cups chicken broth
1 cup white wine
1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
500
Sugar
4g
Fat
30g
Coq Au Vin is a classic French dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. The dish originated from Burgundy, where it was made with rooster meat and red wine. Today, the dish is typically made with chicken and white wine and has become a staple in French cuisine. It is a perfect comfort food, with tender chicken, bacon, and vegetables cooked in a savory broth. Coq Au Vin is often served with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes to soak up the flavorful sauce. It is the perfect meal to enjoy with friends and family on a cool fall evening.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2.Cut bacon into small pieces and cook in a large skillet until crispy. Remove bacon from pan and set aside.
3.Season chicken with salt and pepper, and brown in the bacon fat over high heat. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
4.Add sliced shallots, garlic, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
5.Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir until flour is absorbed.
6.Add white wine and chicken broth to the skillet, bringing to a boil while stirring.
7.Add cooked bacon and chicken back into the skillet and add sliced carrots and potatoes to the pan.
8.Cover the skillet and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for about 2 hours until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

PROS

Coq Au Vin is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for cooler weather.
The combination of chicken, bacon, and vegetables cooked in a savory broth is sure to please.

It can easily be made in advance and reheated for a quick and easy dinner.

CONS

The dish can be time-consuming to prepare, as it requires several steps and a couple of hours in the oven.

It is also high in fat and calories due to the bacon and butter used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this dish is a good source of lean protein, while the vegetables provide important nutrients and fiber.
The white wine used in the recipe has been shown to have heart-healthy benefits in moderation.

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