Dijon Tarragon Cream Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience with this Dijon Tarragon Cream Chicken recipe. Perfectly seared chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious sauce made with fragrant tarragon, velvety heavy cream, tangy Dijon mustard, and a splash of white wine for a sophisticated touch. The shallots and garlic lend a rich depth of flavor, while a hint of lemon juice brightens the dish beautifully. Ready in just 45 minutes, this elegant yet approachable recipe is ideal for both special occasions and casual family meals. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or fluffy rice to soak up every drop of the silky, herb-infused sauce. Treat yourself to a French-inspired culinary delight that’s as easy to make as it is spectacular to taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces shallots, finely minced
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, finely minced
- 0.5 cups dry white wine
- 0.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.75 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 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. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced shallots and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and fragrant.
Deglaze the pan by adding the white wine. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet and let the wine simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce by half.
Add the chicken broth to the pan and simmer for another 2 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and chopped tarragon. Cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cover and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
Serve the chicken hot, topped with extra sauce. Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.6 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 834 mg | 278% | |
| Sodium | 3919 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 221.5 g | 443% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2319 mg | 49% | |
*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.
