Description
Discover Coq au Vin Blanc (White Wine Chicken Stew) — tender chicken braised in white wine with mushrooms, onions, and herbs. A lighter twist on the French classic, perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Simple, flavorful, and authentically French.
Ingredients
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4 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
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200g pearl onions or shallots
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200g mushrooms, halved
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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300ml dry white wine
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150ml chicken stock
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Fresh thyme sprigs
Steps
1. Brown Chicken
Heat olive oil in a pot. Brown chicken on both sides. Remove.
2. Sauté Aromatics
Add onions, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook 5 minutes.
3. Deglaze with Wine
Pour in white wine. Scrape up brown bits. Simmer 3 minutes.
4. Add Chicken & Stock
Return chicken to the pot. Add stock and thyme. Bring to simmer.
5. Simmer Gently
Cover and cook 30 minutes on low, until chicken is tender.
6. Reduce Sauce
Uncover and simmer 10 min to thicken sauce slightly.
7. Serve
Pair with creamy mash, crusty bread, or buttered noodles.
