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My mother is a great cook.  Although not what most would call gourmet, she knows how to “put her finger to the pot” as my uncle used to say.  As a busy, working mom of three, she always cooked enough food on Sunday to last for the week. 

Here is a really easy slow cooker recipe that I found this week.  I have to say my finished chicken coq au vin did not look like the one in the magazine, but the flavor was outstanding. 

This is easy to prep comfort food that is great if you are cooking for a crowd.  Give it a try.

 Chicken Coq au vin in the slow cooker

3 pounds 
chicken thighs, skinned




1 envelope onion soup mix




2 cups 
quartered fresh mushrooms




1½ cups 
frozen small whole onions




3 
medium carrots, cut into 3½-inch sticks




½ cup 
dry red wine




Snipped fresh parsley (optional)

 1. Season chicken with salt & pepper. Lightly coat an unheated large skillet with cooking spray. Preheat skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken thighs, several at a time, in the hot skillet until brown. Drain off fat.

 2. Place chicken thighs in a 3½- or 4-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle with dry soup mix. Add mushrooms, onions, and carrots. Pour wine over all.

 3. Cover and cook on high-heat setting for 4-5 hours. Plate and sprinkle with parsley.

I made baked potatoes to go with it.  Enjoy!