Keto Coq Au Vin
This Keto Coq Au Vin is the perfect way to get flavor without loading up on carbs! Find out how you can fuel your belly with amazing ingredients and taste and not have to stress about “cheating” on your keto diet. This keto-friendly Coq Au Vin is a MUST to make!
If you’re like me, you’re probably tired of stressing out over finding a meal that is low carb and easy to make. I heart that – and I’m here to give you a great recipe!
You have the option to eat low carb – and enjoy it and this easy keto Coq Au Vin recipe is your proof!
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What is the meaning of coq au vin?
This recipe is quite famous in various parts of the world. It’s a chicken-based dish and involves cooking the chicken in red wine to create a flavorful meal.
How is coq au vin supposed to taste?
This will probably vary depending on who you ask, but the texture is a bit thicker, almost like a thick soup or stew. You’ll be able to taste the chicken with a hint of wine, and also the saltiness of the added bacon as well.
You’ll also notice that you can omit the liquid and serve it on a plate as well! So many options to enjoy this dish!
Ingredients to make Keto Coq Au Vin
While you may be nervous about trying something new, this recipe is worth it! Just gather up the simple ingredients listed below, and you’ll love the cooking process in no time at all.
- Chicken (bone-in legs and thighs): The star of the dish, providing rich flavor and tender meat that absorbs the sauce beautifully.
- Bacon: Adds a smoky flavor and crispy texture, enhancing the overall depth of the dish.
- Onion: Contributes sweetness and aromatic depth to the sauce.
- Minced Garlic: Adds a pungent, savory flavor that complements the richness of the chicken and bacon.
- Chicken Broth: Forms the base of the sauce, adding savory depth and moisture to the dish.
- Red Cooking Wine: Provides acidity and a robust flavor, essential for the traditional Coq Au Vin taste.
- Sprigs of Fresh Thyme: Infuses the dish with a fresh, earthy aroma, enhancing the complexity of the sauce.
- Sliced Mushrooms: Adds a meaty texture and absorbs the rich flavors of the sauce.
- Bay Leaf: Imparts a subtle, aromatic flavor that deepens the overall taste of the dish.
- Tomato Paste: Adds richness and a slight tang, helping to thicken and enrich the sauce.
- Salt and Pepper to Taste: Essential for seasoning, balancing all the flavors in the dish.
How To Make Low Carb Coq Au Vin
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees.
Add the chopped bacon to an oven-proof skillet over medium high heat, and brown completely. Place onto a paper towel lined plate to drain.
Drain all but a tablespoon of the bacon drippings from the skillet.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides, and brown evenly on all sides. Remove, and set aside.
Place the onion into the skillet, and saute for a few minutes.
Stir in the garlic, and reduce the heat to medium.
Pour in the chicken broth and red cooking wine.
Mix in the tomato paste, bayleaf and thyme as well as salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a light boil.
Return the chicken and bacon to the skillet.
Cover and bake for 55 minutes.
Remove the cover, add the mushrooms and bake for another 15 minutes.
Who popularized coq au vin?
This recipe dates back to the early 1900s in France, but the person who really made it popular is Julia Child!
What side dishes go with coq au vin?
You have options when it comes to pairing this chicken and red wine dish with sides! You can choose rice, pasta, steamed or cooked veggies, and more.
The chicken is the star of the show and the most flavorful and it pairs well with just about anything that you’ll love!
Is coq au vin better the next day?
Being able to enjoy leftovers of this simple recipe the next day means that the flavors get even longer to mesh together overnight.
Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge and you’ll love having this as a lunch or dinner option the next day.
Keto Coq Au Vin
This Keto Coq Au Vin is the perfect way to create a delicious low carb meal!
Ingredients
- 8 Pieces of chicken (bone in legs and thighs)
- 4 Slices of bacon cut into pieces
- ½ Onion cut into wedges
- 3 tsp. Minced garlic
- 2 C. Chicken broth
- 1 C. Red cooking wine
- 4-6 Sprigs of fresh thyme
- 8 oz. Sliced mushrooms
- 1 Bayleaf
- 1 Tbsp. Tomato paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees.
- Add the chopped bacon to an oven-proof skillet over medium high heat, and brown completely. Place onto a paper towel lined plate to drain.
- Drain all but a tablespoon of the bacon drippings from the skillet.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides, and brown evenly on all sides. Remove, and set aside.
- Place the onion into the skillet, and saute for a few minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, and reduce the heat to medium.
- Pour in the chicken broth and red cooking wine.
- Mix in the tomato paste, bayleaf and thyme as well as salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a light boil.
- Return the chicken and bacon to the skillet.
- Cover and bake for 55 minutes.
- Remove the cover, add the mushrooms and bake for another 15 minutes.
More Easy Chicken Recipes
Since chicken is a great way to eat low carb and stick to a keto diet, here are some other easy chicken dinners to try!
