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Coq au Vin with Cream and Extended Simmer

A modern take on coq au vin with added herbs and a creamy finish.

75 minutes4 servings
Coq au Vin with Cream and Extended Simmer
Photo: Ewan Munro from London, UK · CC BY-SA 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Brown chicken in a large pot.
  2. Add bacon and cook until crispy.
  3. Add onions, garlic, and mushrooms. Cook until softened.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and thyme.
  5. Pour in red wine, bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  6. Simmer for 45 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 10 more minutes.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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