Coq au Vin (Braised Chicken)
Coq au vin is one of the oldest classics of rustic French cooking: chicken braised slowly with mushrooms, small onions and aromatic herbs. Its glycemic index does not apply because it contains no meaningful net carbohydrate, and it is a rich protein feast that rebuilds tissue and muscle.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat the tasty chicken pieces with the mushrooms and onions and a spoonful of the aromatic sauce, and keep to a small piece of boiled potato to control the starch.
Best preparation methods
In Arab kitchens and halal versions it is made with concentrated beef or chicken stock plus two spoonfuls of apple cider vinegar and unsweetened natural grape juice, which give the same depth of flavour.
Important Nutritional Note
Traditional European cooking uses red wine, most of whose alcohol evaporates during slow cooking; as a medically sound alternative suited to our culture, a herb-rich concentrated stock gives the same benefit and the same lean protein.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 124 kcal | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 15.2 g | 38 g |
| Carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 4 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 3 g |
| Fat | 5.6 g | 14 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0.4 g | 1 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 124 kcal per 100 g, ranking 2 of 8 in French dishes (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Does coq au vin raise blood sugar?
Not at all. It is pure animal protein with mushrooms and onions, and its glycemic index does not apply because it contains no absorbable starch.
What is the nutritional value of a 250 g portion of coq au vin?
The portion contains about 310 kcal, 38 g of high-quality protein and 14 g of healthy fat, with only 4 g of carbohydrate from the vegetables.
Is this dish suitable for keto and low-carb diets?
It is an ideal, luxurious keto dish: juicy chicken rich in flavour, protein and natural fat, with no flour needed.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.