TARRAGON CHICKEN FRICASSéE

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Long on flavor and short on time, this classic French dish makes a smart weeknight dinner. Bright with tarragon, it's a great way to welcome spring.

Categories     Chicken     Herb     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Tarragon     Simmer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 1/2 to 4 pounds chicken pieces with skin and bone
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Pat chicken dry and sprinkle all over with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté chicken in 2 batches, skin side down first, turning over once, until browned, 10 to 12 minutes total per batch. Transfer to a plate.
  • Pour off all but 2 tablespoons oil from skillet, then cook shallots, garlic, and bay leaf over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until shallots are softened, about 2 minutes. Add wine and bring to a boil. Stir in cream, broth, and 1 tablespoon tarragon, then add chicken, skin side up, and simmer, covered, until just cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer chicken with tongs to a platter and keep warm, loosely covered. If necessary, boil sauce until thickened slightly.
  • Stir in lemon juice, remaining 1/2 tablespoon tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste. Discard bay leaf; pour sauce over chicken.

mohamed abdelsalam
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This was a really easy recipe to follow, and the results were amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Atilola Ziinat
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahmed Mohamed Ali
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This was a great recipe. The chicken was tender and moist, and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Nancy Samuel
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and delicious. I love serving it over rice or noodles.


Saifullah Qadri
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This was a really good recipe. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Abrianna Johnson
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I made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! The chicken was so moist and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Meleana Tulahe
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This recipe was a hit! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a perfect meal.


Santana Hardiman
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I wasn't sure how the tarragon would taste, but I was pleasantly surprised! It added a really nice touch to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Mr Ad
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This was a really easy recipe to follow, and the results were amazing! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


Ahmaad Ali
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My family loved this dish! The tarragon added a delicious, slightly anise-like flavor that complemented the chicken and vegetables perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.