Description
A comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce infused with fresh tarragon, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh tarragon, chopped (or dried tarragon)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt one tablespoon of butter. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on both sides (about 5–6 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter. Sauté the diced onions and minced garlic until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the chopped tarragon.
- Pour in the white wine, scraping up brown bits from the skillet. Let it reduce for one minute.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook in the sauce until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 10 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve the creamy sauce over the chicken with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for garnish, if desired.
Notes
Pay attention to cooking temperature to ensure the sauce remains silky and avoid overcooking the chicken. Taste along the way to adjust seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Tarragon Chicken, chicken recipe, family dinner, comfort food, French cuisine