Gluten-Free French Coq au Vin

Ingredients:

4-6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
8 ounces gluten-free bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces gluten-free mushrooms, sliced
2 cups gluten-free red wine (choose a wine you enjoy drinking)
1 cup gluten-free chicken broth
2-3 sprigs fresh thyme
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons gluten-free all-purpose flour (for dredging, use a gluten-free blend)

Instructions:

In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it becomes crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside.

In the same pot with the bacon fat, add the chicken thighs, and brown them on both sides until they have a nice golden color. Remove the chicken and set it aside.

Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until it becomes translucent.

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Sprinkle the gluten-free all-purpose flour over the onions and garlic. Stir well to combine and cook for another minute to remove the raw taste of the flour.

Return the chicken and crispy bacon to the pot. Add the sliced mushrooms and fresh thyme sprigs.

Pour in the gluten-free red wine and gluten-free chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Cover the pot and let it simmer over low heat for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally.

Season the Coq au Vin with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove the thyme sprigs and serve your gluten-free Coq au Vin hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Enjoy this classic French dish, rich in flavor and perfect with a side of gluten-free mashed potatoes or crusty bread!