Coq Au Vin with Mashed Potatoes



Coq Au Vin is a traditional French dish made with chicken that is braised with wine, bacon, and vegetables. The sauce is thick and full of flavor. With creamy mashed potatoes on top, it's a hearty and filling dinner that's great for cold nights.

Ingredients:
  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 4 slices of bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions:

In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy

Remove and set aside

Add chicken thighs to the skillet and brown on both sides

Remove and set aside

In the same skillet, add onion, carrots, and garlic

Cook until softened

Pour in red wine, chicken broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper

Bring to a simmer

Return chicken and bacon to the skillet

Cover and cook for 30 minutes

Meanwhile, boil potatoes until tender

Drain and mash with butter and heavy cream

Season with salt and pepper

Serve Coq Au Vin over mashed potatoes, garnished with chopped parsley


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