Description
Creamy Dijon Tarragon Chicken is a sumptuous, restaurant-quality dish that elevates any dinner table. Juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a velvety sauce made with Dijon mustard, fresh tarragon, and heavy cream, creating a perfect blend of flavors that is both comforting and sophisticated. Ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions, this recipe will impress your family and friends while being incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup fresh tarragon leaves, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and measuring out the broth and cream.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil until shimmering. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear each side for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Lower the heat slightly, add minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in Dijon mustard.
- Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any flavorful bits. Then stir in heavy cream and fresh tarragon.
- Allow to simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sauce thickens.
- Plate the chicken and spoon the creamy sauce over it. Garnish with additional tarragon if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 442
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 415mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 131mg