Best 5 Sautéed Chicken Breasts With Tarragon Recipes

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**Savory Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Tarragon: A Delightful Symphony of Flavors**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with sautéed chicken breasts infused with the aromatic essence of tarragon. This culinary masterpiece combines tender, juicy chicken with a symphony of flavors, making it a delectable dish that will leave you craving for more. In this extensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey, providing you with three distinct recipes to create this mouthwatering dish. Whether you prefer a classic preparation, a creamy variation, or a zesty twist, we've got you covered. Get ready to embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we unveil the secrets behind sautéed chicken breasts with tarragon, one recipe at a time.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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 WITH TARRAGON-SHALLOT BUTTER



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Seared and roasted chicken gets a pat of flavor from butter seasoned with lemon, tarragon and shallot.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 8 ounces each
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound thin green beans, trimmed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon (see Cook's Note)
3/4 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 shallot, minced
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Lay the breasts smooth-side down in the skillet and cook, turning once, until golden on both sides, about 8 minutes total. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until just cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes more.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and cook about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, add 1/4 cup water then cover and cook until the beans are tender, about 3 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix the butter, tarragon, lemon juice and shallot in a small bowl until well combined; season with salt and pepper.
  • Top each chicken breast with a dollop of the butter mixture and serve with the green beans and lemon wedges.

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 WITH MUSTARD AND TARRAGON CREAM SAUCE



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Categories     Chicken     Mustard     Braise     Sauté     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Brandy     Tarragon     Shallot     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 3-pound whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
3/4 cup chopped shallots
1/4 cup brandy
1 cup low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup whipping cream
4 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Melt butter with oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Cook, skin side down, until brown, about 5 minutes. Turn over; cook 1 minute. Using tongs, transfer chicken to plate.
  • Add shallots to same skillet; reduce heat to medium-low. Sauté until soft, about 3 minutes. Add brandy; simmer until liquid is reduced, scraping up browned bits, about 2 minutes. Whisk in broth. Return chicken to skillet, skin side up. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until chicken is cooked, about 20 minutes. Transfer to platter; reserve skillet.
  • Whisk cream, tarragon, and mustard into same skillet. Increase heat to high; boil until sauce is thickened, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over chicken.

MUSTARD-TARRAGON CHICKEN SAUTé



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Categories     Chicken     Mustard     Sauté     Low Carb     Spring     Tarragon     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup finely chopped shallots
1/3 cup dry vermouth
2 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sauté until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to platter. Tent with aluminum foil to keep warm.
  • Add shallots to same skillet and sauté 1 minute. Add vermouth and mustard and bring to simmer. Add cream and 1 1/2 tablespoons tarragon. Simmer until slightly thickened, stirring often, about 3 minutes. Return chicken and any accumulated juices to skillet. Simmer until chicken is heated through, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer chicken and sauce to platter. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon tarragon and serve.

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet: This will help to ensure that the chicken breasts do not overcrowd and cook evenly.
  • Season the chicken breasts generously: This will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Use high-quality butter: This will add a rich, creamy flavor to the dish.
  • Cook the chicken breasts over medium-high heat: This will help to sear them and create a golden-brown crust.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the chicken breasts until they are cooked through: This will help to prevent them from overcooking and drying out.
  • Add the tarragon at the end of cooking: This will help to preserve its delicate flavor.
  • Serve the chicken breasts immediately: This will help to ensure that they are juicy and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Sautéed chicken breasts with tarragon is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken breasts are seared until golden brown and then cooked through in a creamy tarragon sauce. The dish is simple to make and can be easily customized to your own taste. Serve the chicken breasts with rice, pasta, or vegetables for a complete meal.

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