Coq au Vin with Mushrooms and Herbs
A rich French classic featuring tender chicken braised in red wine, mushrooms, and aromatic herbs for a deeply savory flavor. This french-inspired quick meals ready in about 60 minutes pairs chicken thighs, red wine, button mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 oz chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 4 oz button mushrooms
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup onion
- 1 bay leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Sear 4 oz chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup red wine to the skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze. Stir in 1/2 tsp thyme, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 cup diced onion. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet, add 4 oz mushrooms, and 1 bay leaf. Simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is tender. Serve with crusty bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Coq au Vin with Mushrooms and Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Coq au Vin with Mushrooms and Herbs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Coq au Vin with Mushrooms and Herbs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Coq au Vin with Mushrooms and Herbs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Coq au Vin with Mushrooms and Herbs?
French quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
