Coq au Vin

Instructions

1. 1

   Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Brown in a large Dutch oven with butter, then set aside.

2. 2

   Add bacon lardons and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.

3. 3

   Sauté pearl onions until golden, then add mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add garlic and tomato paste, cook for 1 minute.

5. 5

   Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir well.

6. 6

   Pour in wine and chicken stock, add bay leaves and thyme.

7. 7

   Return chicken and bacon to the pot. Bring to a simmer.

8. 8

   Cover and cook in a 160°C oven for 1.5-2 hours until chicken is tender.

9. 9

   Adjust seasoning and serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.