Garlic And Tarragon Chicken Food

TARRAGON CHICKEN

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This is a quick-time version of the classic French poulet a l'estragon (though you could speed it up further by bashing out the chicken breast or by using a turkey cutlet in its place, which would make this dish pleasingly alliterative) and is an instant reminder of the comforts of old-school cooking. Tender chicken (it's the poaching early on that sees to this), aromatically fresh and insistently herbal tarragon, a generous splosh of vermouth, all rounded off by rich, pale cream: this has the nostalgic, yet robust, charm of that French bistro of fond memory or happy imaginings. If you can't get fresh tarragon, do not despair: just double the freeze-dried tarragon at the start and add some freshly chopped parsley at the end. And I can assure you it would be worth your while considering a teaspoon of tarragon mustard, too, along with the cream. About which, please don't wimp out on me: this is old-fashioned cooking which cannot be proscribed by new-age dietary concerns. But, if you insist, halve the cream, and add another 2 tablespoons of vermouth when you're pouring the rest in after the chicken's had its first 5 minutes cooking. Eat with a tumbled mixture of French or green beans and asparagus tips along with steamed baby white-skinned potatoes or, hard to beat for me, some white basmati rice forked through with a soupcon of butter and freshly ground white pepper.

Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network

Time 28m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 teaspoons garlic oil
2 fat scallions or 4 skinny ones, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon freeze-dried tarragon
2 chicken breast fillets, skinless and boneless
1/3 cup vermouth or white wine
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/4 teaspoon table salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
Fresh white pepper, to grind over
2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon, plus a pinch more for sprinkling

Steps:

Heat the garlic oil in a frying pan or Dutch oven that has a lid and in which the chicken breasts will fit pretty snugly. Add the scallions, stir, then sprinkle in the freeze-dried tarragon, stir again and cook them in the garlic oil for a minute, stirring some more as they cook.
Put the chicken fillets into the pan, curved side down, and cook for 5 minutes, watching the scallions don't burn. If they look like they're beginning to, scrape them from the pan and let them sit on the chicken pieces.
Turn over the breasts, and add the vermouth (or white wine). Let the vermouth bubble up, then add the salt. Put the lid on, turn the heat down low and leave it to simmer gently for 10 minutes. Check the chicken is cooked through by making a small cut into the thickest part and ensuring the juices run clear - if not, simmer for a few minutes longer and check again.
Remove the chicken breasts to warmed plates. Bring the remaining liquid to a boil, add the cream and stir well, then sprinkle in the fresh tarragon, stir again and give a good grind of white pepper.
Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, and give a final scattering of tarragon to serve.

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

Ingredients

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 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

Ingredients

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

CHICKEN WITH TARRAGON, GARLIC & OLIVES

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A tasty cross between a roast and a stew - a lovely recipe for dinner in the garden

Provided by Good Food team

Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts , skin on
knob of butter
85g smoked bacon , cut into small chunks
4 garlic cloves , roughly chopped
grated zest 1 lemon
300ml dry white wine
300ml chicken stock
about 20 mixed olives
small handful tarragon leaves

Steps:

Season the chicken with plenty of ground black pepper, and salt if you want. Heat the butter in a sauté pan and brown the chicken over a medium heat. Remove the chicken from the pan, then add the bacon with the garlic and cook gently for about 2 mins until just golden. Turn up the heat, add the lemon zest and white wine, then simmer rapidly for a few mins.
Reduce the heat, add the stock, olives and half the tarragon. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer gently for about 30 mins until the chicken is cooked through and tender, and the wine stock has reduced. Garnish with extra tarragon and serve with crusty mustard potatoes, below, and plenty of fresh bread to mop up the delicious pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 36 grams protein, Sodium 2.53 milligram of sodium

LEMON TARRAGON CHICKEN

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This is yummy, quick and easy. I got the recipe from Publix Apron's Simple Meals series. I used flour instead of cornstarch and added a little bit more wine because I had a little more chicken. You can also use fresh tarragon if you have it. I served this with orzo with chopped sun-dried tomatoes and broccoli. I just added the sun-dried tomatoes and broccoli to the water that the orzo was boiling in. Very easy side dish.

Provided by ElevationGrace

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 lemon (rinsed)
4 fresh garlic cloves
5 -6 sprigs fresh parsley
3 tablespoons diced green onions
2 teaspoons dried tarragon leaves
1/2 cup white wine
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 lbs chicken breast fillets
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

Prepare sauce by adding the following to food processor: 2 strips lemon peel (remove with vegetable peeler or zester) and juice of lemon (2 TBSP), garlic, parsley, green onions, tarragon, wine, cornstarch, and sugar. Process 20 seconds until well blended.
Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper. Preheat large sauté pan on medium-high 2-3 minutes.
Place oil in pan; swirl to coat. Add chicken, and cook 2-3 minutes on each side.
Pulse sauce one more time, then pour over chicken. Cover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until internal temp reaches 170°F.
Serve sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.5, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 98.7, Sodium 405.9, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.5, Protein 40

GARLIC TARRAGON CHICKEN

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I'm not sure where this recipe came from but it is very good. I serve it with a mushroom and bell pepper saute, steamed broccoli, and lots of French Bread! A wonderful dinner.

Provided by Shannon in VA

Categories Chicken

Time 47m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons dried tarragon, crumbled
3 lbs skinless chicken parts (legs, thighs, wings)

Steps:

Pre-heat oven 450 degrees F.
Combine oil, garlic and tarragon in small bowl.
Coat chicken in oil mixture.
Arrange chicken on baking sheet, season with salt and pepper.
Bake 10 minutes on 450.
Reduce heat to 375 and bake additional 30 min (until chicken is no longer pink).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 851, Fat 54.5, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 264.3, Sodium 248.8, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 82.8