Gourmet Coconut Coq au Vin
Indulge in the exotic flavors of Gourmet Coconut Coq au Vin, a delightful twist on the classic French dish. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a rich coconut milk sauce, infused with earthy mushrooms and aromatic herbs. This comforting meal transforms any ordinary dinner into a festive gathering, perfect for both weeknights and special occasions. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every luscious bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 8 oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions and garlic, and cleaning the mushrooms.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic for the last minute.
- Increase heat to medium-high and sear chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides (about 6 minutes each).
- Pour in red wine and chicken broth, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in coconut milk, thyme sprigs, mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot over rice or with crusty bread drizzled with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg