Name: Coq au Vin with Thyme and Butter
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces; 2 cups red wine; 1 cup chicken broth; 2 slices bacon, diced; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup mushrooms, sliced; 2 tbsp flour; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp thyme; salt and pepper to taste

A traditional French dish featuring chicken braised in red wine with mushrooms, bacon, and herbs.

Method

In a large pot, heat olive oil. Brown chicken pieces on all sides. Remove and set aside.
In same pot, cook bacon until crispy. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
Add chicken, wine, broth, mushrooms, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Sprinkle flour over mixture, stir to combine. Cook 5 minutes.
Cover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in butter. Cook 5 minutes more.
Serve with crusty bread or rice.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.