Chicken in wine

Recipe Chicken in Wine (Poulet au vin)

Chicken in Wine, or Poulet au vin, is a classic French dish known for its tender meat stewed in aromatic red wine with vegetables and herbs. This dish is rich in flavor and aroma, perfect for special occasions or a cozy family dinner.

Ingredients:

• Chicken pieces
• 500 ml red wine
• 1 large onion, sliced into rings
• 2 carrots, sliced into rounds
• 2 stalks of celery, chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, bay leaf)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking Steps:

1. Frying the chicken:

   • Heat some olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Fry the chicken pieces on both sides until golden brown. Place them on a plate.

2. Making the sauce:

   • In the same pan, add the sliced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Fry until the vegetables are soft.
   • Return the fried chicken pieces to the pan.
   • Add red wine and bring to a boil.
   • Add fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, bay leaf), salt, and pepper to taste.

3. Stewing:

   • Cover the pan with a lid and stew the chicken over low heat for about 1-1.5 hours, until the meat is tender and juicy.

4. Serving:

   • Serve the chicken in wine hot, sprinkled with fresh herbs and accompanied by mashed potatoes or boiled potatoes.

Tips and Recommendations:

• Choosing chicken: Use chicken leg, thigh, or breast for this dish. They will add juiciness and flavor to the dish.
• Wine: Choose a medium-bodied red wine with a rich flavor, such as Shiraz or Pinot Noir.
• Stewing: The longer the chicken stew in wine, the more intense and deep the flavor of the dish will be.
• Serving: Chicken in wine pairs well with mashed potatoes, pasta, or fresh bread to soak up the sauce.

Prepare Chicken in Wine and delight your loved ones with this exquisite and aromatic French delicacy!