Creamy French Chicken Tarragon
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Creamy French Chicken Tarragon, a dish that brings the elegance of French cuisine to your kitchen with ease. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a rich cream sauce infused with fresh tarragon and garlic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this comforting yet sophisticated meal can be prepared in under an hour. Pair it with rice or fresh vegetables for a complete dining experience that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and tarragon; let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet; cook for an additional 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot, drizzled with sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg