Coq au Vin Blanc au Four A Bois

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Non-alcoholic wine maintains flavor without alcohol.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while adding smokiness.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with good fats.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is plant-based, while pork is often less expensive.

Marinate chicken in white wine with thyme and bay leaves for at least 2 hours.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cook bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until crispy; remove and set aside.

Add chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes; remove and set aside.

Sauté onions, carrots, and garlic in the bacon fat until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in mushrooms and cook until golden, about 3-4 minutes.

Return chicken and bacon to the pot; add marinating wine and chicken stock.

Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to the oven; cook for 45 minutes.

Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Garnish with parsley and serve with crusty bread or over rice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens