Crock Pot Tarragon Chicken
Transform dinner into a gourmet experience with this Crock Pot Tarragon Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Tender boneless chicken breasts are slow-cooked with aromatic garlic, onions, and a touch of dried tarragon, then bathed in a velvety cream sauce infused with Dijon mustard and fresh tarragon for a sophisticated, herbaceous finish. This easy-to-make dish requires just 15 minutes of prep and achieves melt-in-your-mouth perfection after hours of slow simmering. Serve it over fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or al dente pasta to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce. Ideal for weeknight meals or a cozy weekend dinner, this crock pot masterpiece is a flavorful triumph that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crock pot.
Sprinkle the minced garlic, chopped onion, and dried tarragon over the chicken.
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
Cover and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
About 30 minutes before serving, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour to make a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes until golden.
Slowly whisk the heavy cream into the roux until smooth. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
Stir the cream mixture into the crock pot, combining it with the cooking juices to make a creamy sauce.
Add the fresh tarragon and stir well. Cover and let cook for another 15-20 minutes on low heat.
Serve the tarragon chicken with the sauce spooned over the top. It pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.8 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 774 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 4174 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 223.3 g | 447% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2399 mg | 51% | |
*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.
