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Coq Au Vin Crock Pot Recipe Easy

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Description

Coq au vin is a classic French dish from the Burgundy region of France. It is made with chicken that is cooked in a red wine sauce with mushrooms, bacon, and garlic. The name literally means "rooster in wine." This crock pot version is an easy version of the traditional recipe. It takes just a few minutes to prepare, and then you can let the slow cooker do its magic. The result is a delicious and comforting meal that can be served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Prep Time

This crock pot recipe only takes a few minutes to prepare. You will need to chop the mushrooms, bacon, garlic, and onions. You will also need to season the chicken with salt and pepper. The total prep time is about 15 minutes.

Cook Time

Once you have everything prepped, the crock pot will do the rest of the work. The cook time is 6 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high. The chicken should be cooked through and the sauce should be nice and thick.

Ingredients

  • 4-5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 pound bacon, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups red wine
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with the salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until it is crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside.
  3. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is softened. Add the mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes.
  4. Add the red wine to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 3 minutes.
  5. Add the tomato paste, parsley, and thyme and stir to combine.
  6. Place the chicken in the slow cooker. Pour the mushroom and wine mixture over the chicken.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Serve with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Slow cooker

Notes

This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled. To make ahead of time, prepare the recipe as directed and refrigerate overnight. The next day, simply place the ingredients in the slow cooker and cook as directed.

Nutrition: Per Serving

  • Calories: 392
  • Fat: 13.1g
  • Carbohydrates: 13.7g
  • Fiber: 2.2g
  • Protein: 41.2g

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, use pre-cooked bacon. You can also use pre-sliced mushrooms for convenience. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can substitute dried herbs. For a richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. For an even heartier meal, you can add potatoes, carrots, or other vegetables.

This crock pot coq au vin is an easy and delicious way to enjoy a classic French dish. It takes just a few minutes to prepare, and the slow cooker does the rest of the work. The resulting meal is flavorful and comforting, and it is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy!


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