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16. Dutch Oven Coq au Vin Chicken Thighs Recipe 2

Dutch Oven Coq au Vin Chicken Thighs Recipe

5 from 1 vote
It has tender chicken thighs, red wine, and a mix of fragrant herbs and vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 Recipes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 432
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 bottle 750 ml of red wine, such as Pinot Noir or Burgundy
  • 4 slices of thick-cut bacon chopped
  • 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
  • 2 cups of chicken broth
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven with lid
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a plate and set aside.
  3. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the Dutch oven skin-side down. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  4. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the Dutch oven and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add the flour and tomato paste, stirring constantly, until the vegetables are coated and the flour is lightly browned.
  6. Pour in the red wine and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Add the thyme leaves and bay leaf, then bring to a simmer.
  7. Return the chicken and bacon to the Dutch oven. Cover with a lid and transfer to the oven.
  8. Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is tender and falling off the bone.
  9. Remove the Dutch oven from the oven and stir in the butter until melted and incorporated.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Prep all the ingredients before you start cooking to make the process smoother.
Use a sharp knife to cut the vegetables and chicken.
To make the dish more flavorful, marinate the chicken in the red wine for a few hours before cooking.
Use a good quality wine for best results.
To save time, you can cook the bacon in the oven while prepping the other ingredients.