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How Long to Cook Coq au Vin (Bone-In Chicken Braised in Red Wine) in the oven

Specification: 3.5 lb bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks browned with lardons and braised in Burgundy red wine

Target Temp
Heat Waves
325°F (163°C)
Radiant Heat
Total Time
Clock Time
45–55 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
175°F (79°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare coq au vin (bone-in chicken braised in red wine) (3.5 lb bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks browned with lardons and braised in Burgundy red wine).

2
Cook

Cook for 45–55 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

3
Check & Rest

Thigh meat registers at least 175°F at the bone and pulls clean with a fork in rich, thickened purple-tinted sauce Confirm internal temperature reaches 175°F (79°C). Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

Escoffier Culinary Institute French Technical Reference & USDA FSIS Poultry Guidelines

Pro Tip: Thoroughly pat chicken dry before searing in rendered bacon fat; bone-in dark meat easily handles 175–180°F where connective tissue fully melts.

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