Cocq Au Vin With Brazilian Twist

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Brazilian twist on the classic French dish: Cocq Au Vin

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

470

Sugar

46g

Fat

22g

Cocq Au Vin is a classic French dish that usually features red wine, bacon, and mushrooms. However, this recipe puts a Brazilian twist on the dish by adding pineapple, ripe bananas, and white raisins. The result is a satisfyingly hearty meal that is both sweet and savory. The chicken thighs are seared to perfection and then simmered in a rich sauce before being baked in the oven. The dish is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	Heat the olive oil in a casserole dish over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and brown them on both sides. Once browned, remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
3.	In the same casserole dish, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
4.	Add the tomato puree, pineapple slices with juice, and white raisins. Stir well and let it cook for a few minutes.
5.	Return the chicken to the casserole dish, nestling it among the sauce mixture.
6.	Cover the casserole dish and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
7.	Remove the cover and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
8.	Slice the ripe bananas and add them to the dish before serving.

PROS

This dish is a flavorful twist on the classic Cocq Au Vin, with the addition of sweet pineapple and ripe bananas.
The white raisins lend a touch of sweetness as well.

It can be paired with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, polenta, or rice.

CONS

This dish takes over an hour to prepare and cook, so it isn’t a quick meal to make.

It also requires multiple ingredients, some of which may not be readily available in every kitchen.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein from the chicken, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
The pineapples add vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and support healthy skin.
The ripe bananas are a good source of potassium, which can help regulate blood pressure and support heart health.

	8 chicken thighs
	5 tablespoons olive oil
	1 chopped onion
	3 garlic cloves
	14 ounces pineapple slices , with half its juice
	14 ounces tomato puree , region manzano
	3 ripe bananas
	2 cups white raisins