Quick Coq au Vin

This quick coq au vin recipe is a simplified version of the classic French dish. It features tender chicken cooked in a rich and flavorful red wine sauce, with mushrooms and bacon. It is a perfect dish for a cozy dinner or special occasion. With a total preparation time of 45 minutes, you can enjoy this delicious French-inspired recipe without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs
• 4 chicken drumsticks
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups red wine
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken thighs and drumsticks in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the diced bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.
4. In the drippings from the bacon, add the sliced onion and mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
5. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
6. Pour in the red wine and chicken broth. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme leaves, and bay leaf.
7. Return the chicken pieces and bacon to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
8. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
9. Remove the bay leaf from the skillet. Stir in the butter to add richness to the sauce.
10. Serve the coq au vin hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
11. Enjoy!

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