Coq au Vin with Mushrooms

Ingredients

• 4 pieceschicken thighs
• 2 cupsred wine
• 8 ouncesmushrooms
• 1 largeonion
• 2 mediumcarrots
• 4 clovesgarlic
• 1 teaspoonthyme
• 1bay leaf
• 2 tablespoonsolive oil
• 2 tablespoonsflour
• to tastesalt
• to tastepepper

Instructions

1. 01

   In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides.

2. 02

   Remove chicken and set aside, then add chopped onion, carrots, and mushrooms to the pot. Cook until softened.

3. 03

   Add minced garlic, cook for an additional minute, then sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine.

4. 04

   Pour in red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add thyme, bay leaf, and return chicken to the pot.

5. 05

   Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for about 60 minutes until chicken is tender.

6. 06

   Serve warm with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.