instant-pot ChartsDATASHEET // CT-IP-092
instant-potSTATE: FRESHVERIFIED DATASHEET
How Long to Cook Coq au Vin (Red Wine Braised Chicken) in the instant pot
Specification: 3 lb bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks with bacon and mushrooms
Target Temp
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
Pressure Level
Total Time
15–18 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
175°F (79°C)
USDA Safe Pull
Release: 10-minute natural release (15 min pressure + 5 min release)
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Add coq au vin (red wine braised chicken) (3 lb bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks with bacon and mushrooms) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select High Pressure (239°F / 115°C) for 15–18 mins.
2
Pressure Cook
Cook at High Pressure (239°F / 115°C) for 15–18 mins. Use 10-minute natural release.
3
Check & Rest
Chicken meat pulls tenderly from bone and wine sauce is richly savory After 10-minute natural release, carefully open the lid away from you. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
Instant Brands French Timetable & Serious Eats Pressure Cooker Coq au Vin
Pro Tip: Brown bacon lardons first on Sauté to render fat for browning chicken, infusing classic French depth into the entire braise.
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