Description
A traditional French dish of chicken braised with wine, mushrooms, onions, and bacon.
Ingredients
- 1 (3-4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, quartered
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown chicken in batches, then set aside.
- Add bacon to the pot and cook until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside.
- Add onion and carrots to the pot and cook until softened. Stir in garlic.
- Pour in red wine and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken and bacon to the pot. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Add mushrooms during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
- For a richer flavor, use a high-quality red wine.
- Prep Time: 25 min
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French