Best 5 Chicken In Tarragon Cream Sauce White And Wild Rice With Walnuts Recipes

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When creating a delectable and flavorful meal, it can be challenging to find the perfect combination of ingredients and cooking techniques. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, preparing chicken in tarragon cream sauce white and wild rice with walnuts can be a rewarding experience. This dish combines tender chicken, creamy tarragon sauce, aromatic wild rice, and crunchy walnuts to create a symphony of flavors. With the right recipe, you can create a dish that will tantalize taste buds and leave you wanting more.

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

CREAMY TARRAGON CHICKEN WITH MUSHROOMS AND CHEVRE



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I made this for especially for my husband- just a little something to tease his tastebuds on a romantic night. It's so easy to make too- just cook it up in the pan, no bother at all.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced
2 cups sliced cremini mushrooms or 2 cups white mushrooms
3 -4 shallots, minced
3 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 -3 teaspoons Dijon mustard (amount to taste)
5 1/2 ounces chevre cheese or 5 1/2 ounces goat cheese
1/2 cup cream
sea salt (to taste)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large saute pan until the butter melts then add chicken and cook until browned.
  • Add the mushrooms, shallots and tarragon and cook until the mushrooms become tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Add the wine and mustard to the pan and stir until blended, then reduce to low, cover and simmer about 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove the lid, make a space/well in the center of the pan by moving all the ingredients to the sides and then add the chevre to the center of the pan and mix it with a little cream, stir some, mix in more cream, stir more, etc, until chevre is blended in and cream is incorporated.
  • Mix chicken and mushrooms into cream sauce, check again for seasonings and serve.
  • I served this along side wild rice, but you can do as you like.

WALNUT-TARRAGON CHICKEN TENDERS



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Moist and delicious with a rich crusty coating, these chicken tenders are guaranteed to become a family favorite. Substitute cream for milk if you want to enrich the flavors even more.

Provided by DustyLV

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
½ cup milk
½ cup finely chopped walnuts
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
salt, to taste
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
¼ cup unsalted butter
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Beat the egg together with the milk in a shallow bowl. Combine the walnuts, flour, tarragon, and salt in a second shallow bowl. Dip the chicken strips first into the egg mixture, then into the flour mixture, coating evenly, and place on a plate.
  • Melt the butter with the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in small batches in the butter mixture until the coating is browned and crispy, about 5 minutes. Test one to be sure it is cooked through. Chicken should be no longer pink and juices run clear. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 148.7 mg, Fat 54.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 173.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

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.

DIJON-TARRAGON CREAM CHICKEN



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Chicken breasts bathed in a delicate mustard tarragon sauce. A quick and simple recipe that you can serve on a weeknight but tastes like a French chef came to your house!

Provided by DELTAQUEEN50

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Melt the butter and heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and place in the skillet. Brown on both sides. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and continue cooking 15 minutes, or until chicken juices run clear. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Stir cream into the pan, scraping up brown bits. Mix in mustard and tarragon. Cook and stir 5 minutes, or until thickened. Return chicken to skillet to coat with sauce. Drizzle chicken with remaining sauce to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 120.3 mg, Fat 21 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 226.8 mg

CHICKEN IN TARRAGON CREAM SAUCE, WHITE AND WILD RICE WITH WALNUT



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Make and share this Chicken in Tarragon Cream Sauce, White and Wild Rice With Walnut recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SaucyCook

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
1 (5 -7 ounce) package long grain and wild rice blend, cooked to package directions (recommended Uncle Ben's or Near East brands)
salt and pepper
4 (8 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, eyeball it
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves, plus extra for garnish
1/2 cup half-and-half or 1/3 cup sour cream
chopped fresh parsley leaves
fresh edible flower (to garnish, available in produce section with herbs)

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions.
  • Preheat extra-virgin olive oil in skillet over medium high heat.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Brown and cook chicken, 5 minutes on each side.
  • Remove chicken to a plate and cover.
  • Reduce heat a bit.
  • Add vinegar and water, scrape up pan drippings.
  • Stir in tomato paste, cream, half-and-half, or sour cream and tarragon.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Toss nuts and parsley with cooked rice.
  • Slice chicken on an angle and arrange on a bed of rice.
  • Top with sauce and serve.
  • Garnish with edible flowers and tarragon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.1, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 172.3, Sodium 190.9, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 53.2

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken is tender and succulent, sear it in a pan over medium-high heat until golden brown on all sides. This will create a flavorful crust and prevent the chicken from drying out during the braising process.
  • Use a good quality white wine for the sauce. A dry Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio will add a delicate flavor without overpowering the other ingredients.
  • Fresh tarragon is essential for this dish. Its unique flavor pairs perfectly with the chicken and cream sauce.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute it with a mixture of milk and butter. Just be sure to use equal parts of each.
  • Serve the chicken with a side of rice or potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This chicken in tarragon cream sauce is a classic French dish that is sure to impress your guests. The tender chicken, flavorful sauce, and nutty rice make for a complete and satisfying meal. With a few simple tips, you can easily recreate this dish at home and enjoy a taste of fine dining in your own kitchen.

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