Anthony Bourdain's Therapeutic Coq Au Vin | BTB E30

chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are more affordable and remain moist during cooking.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: cheap red wine

Non-alcoholic options are lower in calories.

Cut the chicken into pieces and season with salt and pepper.

In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil and brown the bacon until crispy.

Remove bacon and set aside, then brown the chicken pieces in the same pot.

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened.

Add whole cloves and black peppercorns to the pot.

Pour in the red wine and add the bouquet garni.

Return the bacon to the pot and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat until chicken is tender.

Add pearl onions and mushrooms in the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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