Chicken with Tarragon Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this elegant yet effortless Chicken with Tarragon Sauce recipe. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are nestled in a creamy, herbaceous sauce made with fresh tarragon, rich heavy cream, and a splash of dry white wine for an extra layer of sophistication. The tender shallots and a hint of lemon add depth and brightness to every bite, making this dish a true standout. Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, this 35-minute recipe is ideal for busy evenings or special occasions alike. Serve it with velvety mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables to soak up every last drop of the luscious sauce. Whether you're cooking for family or entertaining guests, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 0.5 cup chicken stock
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, tented with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.
Deglaze the pan by pouring in the white wine. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the wine simmer for 2-3 minutes, reducing by half.
Add the chicken stock and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes to concentrate the flavors.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, allowing it to warm through for 1-2 minutes.
Add the chopped tarragon and lemon juice to the sauce, stirring to combine. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Let the chicken simmer gently in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors and heat through.
Serve the chicken on plates, generously spooning the tarragon sauce over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.3 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 844 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 3012 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 224.4 g | 449% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2118 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
