Best 4 Crock Pot Coq Au Vin Chicken In White Wine Recipes

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Preparing a delightful meal doesn't always have to be complicated. With the richness of flavors from white wine, herbs, and vegetables, crock pot white wine chicken offers an enticing and effortless culinary experience. This French classic, known as Coq au Vin, features succulent chicken pieces marinated in white wine and infused with the essence of earthy mushrooms and savory bacon. It's a hearty and flavorful dish that can be prepared in just a few simple steps, turning your slow cooker into an aromatic haven of flavors. Let's delve into a culinary journey, exploring the tantalizing world of crock pot Coq au Vin chicken in white wine.

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SIMPLE SLOW COOKER COQ AU VIN



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Browning the bacon, chicken and vegetables briefly before adding them to the crock pot creates deep rich flavors in both the chicken and sauce. Serve with a crusty baguette or couscous.

Time 6h20m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 slices bacon, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter or extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 (12.0-ounce) package white or baby Bella mushrooms, quartered
2 carrots, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cup red wine
2 large sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange chicken on a large sheet of waxed paper.
  • Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Lightly coat chicken all over with flour and set aside.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add bacon and cook until golden and just crisp, 3 minutes.
  • Drain bacon on paper towels and set aside.
  • Discard drippings and wipe out skillet.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter (or heat oil, if using) in same skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add chicken and cook until lightly browned all over, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer chicken to a large plate as done and set aside.
  • Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter or oil in same skillet.
  • Add mushrooms and cook until edges begin to brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add carrots, onions, garlic and salt and cook until vegetables just begin to soften.
  • Transfer vegetables and broth to crock pot.
  • Arrange chicken on top.
  • Sprinkle bacon over chicken.
  • Add wine and thyme sprigs. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours.
  • Season with salt and pepper, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 24 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Cholesterol 110 milligrams, Sodium 500 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Protein 26 grams

CROCK POT COQ AU VIN



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Make and share this Crock Pot Coq Au Vin recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Chicken

Time P1DT6h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 -5 lbs chicken (or just thighs)
1 1/2 liters red wine (Burgundy is best)
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 garlic cloves
8 ounces bacon
olive oil or butter
10 frozen pearl onions
8 ounces button mushrooms
2 carrots
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons cornstarch
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and slice garlic cloves. Cut chicken into pieces, or use thighs. Put in large bowl with bay leaves, thyme, and garlic. Pour enough wine over chicken to cover. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in refrigerator overnight.
  • Dice bacon. Fry until crisp. Remove to paper towel. Saute mushrooms in bacon drippings, adding oil or butter if needed, until they begin to brown.
  • Remove chicken from marinade, reserving marinade. Pat chicken dry with paper towel. Brown chicken pieces in oil or butter, on all sides.
  • Peel and slice carrots into 1/2 inch pieces. Put onions and carrots in bottom of crock pot. Add chicken, mushrooms and bacon . Stir tomato paste into 2 cups of wine marinade (with garlic pieces and bay leaves) and pour over all. Discard remaining marinade. Cover and cook on low setting 6 hours.
  • Remove chicken to platter and keep warm. Stir cornstarch into 1/4 cup water and add to sauce. Turn to high and cook until thickened. (You may want to use more cornstarch, depending on how thick you want gravy.) Stir in salt and pepper to taste. Return chicken to pot and serve with mashed potatoes or rice.

CROCK POT COQ AU VIN (CHICKEN IN WHITE WINE)



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Make and share this Crock Pot Coq Au Vin (Chicken in White Wine) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     Stew

Time 6h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter, melted
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/4 lbs baby portabella mushrooms, sliced thick
12 ounces frozen white pearl onions
1/2 cup dry white wine (use a wine you'd enjoy drinking, we like Yellow Tail chardonnay)
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 bay leaf
1 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup flour

Steps:

  • Place butter, chicken, salt, pepper, garlic, mushrooms, onions, wine, thyme, and bay leaf in crock pot.
  • Combine chicken broth and flour; pour mixture into crock pot, and stir.
  • Cover and cook on LOW setting for 5-6 hours.
  • Remove and discard bay leaf.
  • Serve over rice.

WHITE WINE COQ AU VIN



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Coq au Vin is a chicken dish typically made with red wine. This wonderful white wine version was created in our home economists.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups water
1 cup pearl onions
4 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add onions; boil 3 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; peel and set aside. , In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels., Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Brown chicken in drippings; remove and keep warm. Add onions and mushrooms to drippings; saute until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Combine flour and broth; stir into onion mixture. Add the wine, bay leaf and thyme; bring to a boil. Return chicken and bacon to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°., Remove chicken and keep warm. Cook sauce over medium heat until slightly thickened. Discard bay leaf. Serve chicken and sauce with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672 calories, Fat 37g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 1093mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Brown the chicken: Browning the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker will help to develop its flavor and create a richer sauce.
  • Use a good quality wine: The wine you use in this recipe will have a big impact on the final flavor of the dish. Choose a dry white wine that you enjoy drinking.
  • Add some herbs and spices: Herbs and spices will help to add depth and flavor to the sauce. Some good options include thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, garlic, and onion.
  • Cook the dish on low: Cooking the coq au vin on low for a long period of time will allow the flavors to develop and meld together. Aim for at least 8 hours, or even longer if you have the time.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: Coq au vin is traditionally served with egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice. You can also serve it with a side of salad or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Coq au vin is a classic French dish that is easy to make in a slow cooker. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and flavorful meal that is perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight dinner. So next time you're looking for a new slow cooker recipe, give coq au vin a try. You won't be disappointed!

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