Best 8 Chicken Tarragon With Crème Fraîche Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Chicken Tarragon with Crème Fraîche, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic French dish showcases tender chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy, luscious sauce infused with the aromatic essence of tarragon. Accompanied by three additional tantalizing recipes, this article offers a delightful exploration of culinary artistry. Discover the secrets of preparing a perfect pan-seared chicken breast, master the art of crafting a rich and flavorful sauce, and elevate your cooking skills with expert tips and tricks. Whether you seek a comforting weeknight meal or an impressive dish for a special occasion, these recipes will guide you towards culinary success. Bon appétit!

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2. **Chicken Piccata:** Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this classic chicken piccata recipe. Tender chicken is coated in a zesty lemon-butter sauce, complemented by the refreshing tang of capers and the aromatic essence of parsley.

3. **Chicken Teriyaki:** Embark on an Asian culinary expedition with this tantalizing chicken teriyaki recipe. Juicy chicken is glazed in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, resulting in a delightful balance of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Japan.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN WITH TARRAGON SAUCE



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This is comfort food at its finest. I cook it at least once a week and usually serve it with homemade mashed potatoes and sautéed fresh green beans. -Cher Schwartz, Ellisville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot, chopped
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon, divided
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper., In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 4-5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Remove chicken from pan; keep warm., Add shallot to same pan; cook and stir over medium heat until tender. Add cream, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Increase heat to medium-high; cook until slightly thickened. Stir in 2 teaspoons tarragon, lemon juice and remaining salt. Serve with chicken. Sprinkle with remaining tarragon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein.

CHICKEN BREASTS IN TARRAGON CREAM



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If you're an herb lover, this dish, which takes 10 minutes to prepare from start to finish, will become a standard in your repetoire.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/2 pounds)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small shallot, finely chopped (about 3 tablespoons)
1/4 cup dry vermouth or dry white wine
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 to 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh French tarragon
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Browning the chicken. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large (10 to 12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat. Using tongs, carefully lower the chicken breasts into the pan and cook them for about 1 minute on each side just until hey begin to brown slightly. Transfer the still-raw chicken to a plate.
  • 2. Poaching in cream. Reduce the heat under the skillet to low. Add the shallot and cook, stirring constantly, until softened but not browned, less than 1 minute. Add the vermouth and cook for 30 seconds, then add the cream and half the tarragon. Return the chicken breasts to the pan and adjust the heat so that the cream gently simmers. Cover and cook until the chicken is firm and just cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes. To check for doneness, cut into the thickest part of a breast with a paring knife ¿ there should be no sign of pink or translucence.
  • 3. Finishing. Transfer the chicken breasts to a warmed serving platter or individual dinner plates. The sauce should be thick enough to lightly coat a spoon. If it is too thin, continue to simmer it for about 1 minute and it will thicken. Stir in the remaining tarragon and the lemon juice, then taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve right away with buttered egg noodles.

CHICKEN TARRAGON WITH CRèME FRAîCHE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 chicken breasts, boned
2 tablespoons butter
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 small bunch tarragon
1/2 to 3/4 cup crème fraîche

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a fireproof pan, heat the butter, and brown the chicken lightly. Season with salt and pepper, add half the tarragon. Cover with foil and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken breasts are cooked.
  • Remove from oven. Stir in the crème fraîche, heat through and sprinkle with remaining tarragon leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 442, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 522 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

FRENCH CHICKEN TARRAGON



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Tarragon doesn't get enough love. Most people know it only in its dried form, and administered with a heavy hand. But a few sprigs of fresh tarragon can be lovely. It's a traditional component of the mixture called fines herbes, contributing sweetness and an almost anise-like flavor. It happily finds its way into salads, vinaigrettes, and homemade mayonnaise, and it is often the herb of choice for chicken or fish. Tarragon is especially well suited for these braised chicken thighs, complementing the white wine and crème fraîche.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     Dinner     Chicken     Tarragon     Lemon     Shallot     Braise     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 large chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 shallots, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, grated or minced
2 teaspoons chopped tarragon, plus whole leaves for garnish
1 cup Blond Chicken Broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup crème fraîche
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper. Let stand for 30 minutes to 1 hour at room temperature.
  • Heat the oven to 400°F. Put an enameled cast-iron Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the butter and shallots and cook, stirring, until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and chopped tarragon and cook for 1 minute (be careful not to let the garlic brown). Arrange the chicken thighs in the pot in one layer, add the broth and wine, and bring to a simmer.
  • Put the lid on and place the pot on the middle shelf of the oven. Bake for 15 minutes, then lower the heat to 350°F and continue baking for 45 minutes, or until the thighs are tender. Put the thighs on a platter, cover loosely, and keep warm.
  • Strain the pan juices through a fine sieve into a saucepan and spoon off any rising fat. Place the pan over medium-high heat, add the crème fraîche and lemon zest, and simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Spoon the sauce over the chicken, garnish with tarragon leaves, and serve.

CREAMY FRENCH CHICKEN TARRAGON



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Chicken, fresh tarragon, cream and white wine are no strangers to a French kitchen - and they all come together wonderfully in this classic French-bistro fare. This creamy French Chicken Tarragon, known as "Poulet à l'Estragon", is a simple one-pan recipe that's both comforting and fresh tasting. Chicken thighs are first browned and braised in white wine for tenderness. Cream is then added for extra richness. But it's really fresh tarragon, a staple herb in French cooking with assertive aniseed-like notes, that gives the distinctive flavor to this unique dish. ...

Provided by Audrey

Categories     Entrées

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 people

Number Of Ingredients 1

6 chicken thighs, skin-on2 tsp salt1 tsp freshly ground black pepper2 tbsp (28g) butter (unsalted)1 medium onion (or 2 shallots), peeled and sliced2 garlic cloves, peeled and diced1 cup (250ml) chicken stock½ cup (125ml) dry white wine2 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped (+ extra for garnish) ½ cup (120g) heavy creamMore salt, pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Make sure you read the cooking notes before you start.
  • Step 1 - Two hours prior to cooking, rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat-dry thoroughly with paper towel. Season each piece with salt and pepper on both sides. Set aside, at room temperature.
  • Pre-heat your oven to 375F (190C) with a rack in the middle.
  • Step 2 - Heat up a large oven-safe frying pan (or skillet) over medium heat with the butter. When the butter is sizzling, place the chicken thighs in, skin-side down. Cook for about 10 minutes, without touching, until the chicken skin is golden brown and the chicken is ¾ done; just firm. Flip the chicken thighs and cook for 10 more minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil. Keep the pan hot and do not rinse it (keep the chicken drippings in).
  • Step 3 - Add the onion and garlic to the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is lightly caramelized. Nestle the chicken thighs back into the pan, on top of the onion. Sprinkle with the chopped tarragon. Pour the chicken stock and white wine into the pan. Bring to a simmer and transfer the pan into the oven for 30 minutes (covered).
  • Step 4 - Take the pan out of the oven, back onto the stove top at medium heat. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil again. Stir the cream into the pan. Bring to a simmer and keep stirring until the sauce thickens (this could take 7-8 minutes). Place the chicken thighs back into the pan and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • For serving, sprinkle chicken pieces with fresh tarragon leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 20 grams

CITRUS CRèME FRAîCHE WITH TARRAGON



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Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     condiments, dips and spreads, side dish

Time 10m

Yield About 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
Zest of 1 lemon, grated
Zest of 1 lime, grated
Zest of 1 orange, grated
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, chopped
1 scallion, minced
Salt
freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine crème fraîche and fruit zest in a small bowl. Stir in orange juice. Add tarragon, scallion, and salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 110, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 266 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

CREAMY CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS & TARRAGON



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A light and low calorie chicken casserole with silky herb sauce, greens and baby new potatoes

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 28m

Number Of Ingredients 9

500g baby new potato, halved
4 skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp sunflower oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
350ml chicken stock
small bunch tarragon
175g asparagus, trimmed
3 tbsp reduced-fat crème fraîche

Steps:

  • Cook the potatoes in a large pan of boiling water for 8-10 mins until tender, then drain and keep warm in the pan. Season the chicken with ground black pepper. Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Gently fry the chicken with the onion and garlic for 5 mins until both are lightly browned. Turn over the chicken once and stir the onion regularly.
  • Pour over the stock, add 2 sprigs of tarragon and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 mins, then turn the chicken, add the asparagus and cook for 3 mins more. Chop the remaining tarragon.
  • Stir the crème fraîche and tarragon into the pan with the chicken and heat through, stirring, for a few secs. Serve with the new potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 25 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

CREAMY MUSTARD & TARRAGON CHICKEN



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Make this easy chicken dish with breasts or thighs. Half-fat crème fraîche keeps it light

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tbsp sunflower oil
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
200ml tub half-fat crème fraîche
½ tbsp each Dijon and wholegrain mustard
¼ tbsp dried tarragon , or 2 sprigs of fresh if you have it

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Heat the oil in an ovenproof pan. Season the chicken breasts, then brown for 1 min on each side. Remove from the pan, then set aside.
  • Add the crème fraîche, mustards and tarragon to the pan, stirring to combine everything. Bring to a simmer, then return the chicken to the pan, spooning some of the sauce over the fillets. Lift into the oven, then bake for 20 mins until the chicken is cooked through and sauce bubbling. Great with green beans and rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 35 grams protein, Sodium 0.46 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • If you don't have chicken breasts, you can substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
  • If you don't have crème fraîche, you can substitute sour cream.
  • To make a gluten-free version of this dish, use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
  • This dish can be served over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Chicken tarragon with crème fraîche is a classic French dish that is easy to make and perfect for a special occasion. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful tarragon, and creamy crème fraîche is sure to impress your guests. Serve it over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

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