Indulge in the comforting elegance of Tarragon Chicken and Vegetables—a one-skillet wonder that combines tender, golden-brown chicken breasts with a medley of vibrant carrots and crisp green beans. This creamy dish is elevated by the delicate, anise-like flavor of fresh tarragon, perfectly balanced with a splash of dry white wine, a hint of lemon juice, and the richness of heavy cream. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is both weeknight-friendly and dinner-party worthy. Serve this savory meal with a crusty baguette or fluffy rice to soak up the luscious sauce, and watch as it becomes a new family favorite. Perfect for fans of French-inspired cuisine, this dish is bursting with flavor, freshness, and finesse!
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Add the chopped shallots and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and sliced carrots to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots begin to soften.
Add the green beans and continue cooking for another 3 minutes.
Pour in the white wine and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream, chopped tarragon, and lemon juice. Cook for 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce and vegetables over them. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to reheat the chicken.
Serve the tarragon chicken with the vegetables and sauce. Garnish with additional tarragon leaves if desired.
Calories |
2043 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 93.9 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 712 mg | 237% | |
| Sodium | 3027 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 224.0 g | 448% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2506 mg | 53% | |
*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.