Authentic French Coq au Vin

Method

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Brown the chicken pieces and set aside.
2. In the same pot, cook bacon until crispy. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until softened.
3. Add mushrooms and cook until tender. Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf.
4. Return chicken to the pot, pour in red wine, and season with salt and pepper.
5. Simmer for 1 hour, then let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
6. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.