Best 3 Chicken Tarragon With Leeks Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to discover a symphony of flavors with our guide to creating the perfect "Chicken Tarragon with Leeks". This delectable dish exudes a captivating aroma that entices the senses, inviting you to indulge in a gastronomic experience like no other. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the cooking techniques, we'll guide you through the steps to achieve a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds tantalized. Prepare to elevate your culinary skills and create a dish that will impress your dinner guests or simply delight your family with a memorable meal.

Here are our top 3 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

Ingredients

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.

BRAISED CHICKEN TARRAGON

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Chicken braised with wine, tarragon, and leeks is tender, aromatic, and delicious.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 whole fryer chicken, quartered, rinsed, and patted dry
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
4 leeks, white and light-green parts only, halved lengthwise and then sliced into 1-inch pieces, washed well, and dried
1/3 cup chopped fresh tarragon, plus more sprigs for garnish
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 1/2 cups homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, skin side down; cook until skin is browned, about 5 minutes. Turn, and cook until other side is browned, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate; set aside.
Add leeks to skillet; cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add tarragon; cook 1 minute. Add wine; deglaze pan, scraping up any browned bits from bottom, until liquid evaporates. Add stock and zest. Cover; bring to a boil. Return chicken to skillet; simmer, covered, over medium-low heat until cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes.
Transfer chicken to a platter; keep warm. Place skillet over high heat; cook until sauce thickens, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in lemon juice. To serve, spoon sauce over chicken; garnish with tarragon sprigs.

JERRY TRAUNFELD'S TARRAGON CHICKEN BREAST WITH BUTTERY LEEKS

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This dish, featured in Rob Kasper's column, tastes like spring. Try it with fresh asparagus and baby new potatoes. From the Splendid Table's How to Eat Supper, by Lynne Rossetto Kasper and Sally Swift. Jerry Traunfeld is a chef in Woodinville, Washington and the author of The Herbfarm Cookbook.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
2 cups chicken broth (I use homemade, salt free)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided use)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 1 1/2 pounds (organic if possible)
kosher salt & fresh ground pepper
2 teaspoons lemon juice, fresh
2 tablespoons tarragon leaves, fresh, coarsely chopped

Steps:

Place leeks in a large skillet with chicken broth and 2 tablespoons of the butter.
Cook at a gentle boil over medium heat until the leeks are tender and the broth has boiled down far enough so that the leeks are no longer completely submerged; this should take about 8 to 10 minutes.
Sprinkle both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Place them on top of the simmering leeks, spoon some of the leeks over the chicken, and cover the pan tightly.
Reduce the heat to low; after 10 minutes, test the chicken for doneness. It should feel firm when you press it. If breast pieces are large, it could take as long as 15 minutes, but don't overcook them.
When the chicken is done, transfer it to a warm platter.
Increase the heat under the leeks to high; stir in the lemon juice , the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the tarragon.
When the butter melts, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the leek sauce over the chicken and serve.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh tarragon leaves. If you don't have fresh tarragon, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried tarragon.
If you don't have leeks, you can use 1 cup of chopped onion.
To make the sauce, you can use chicken broth or white wine. If you use white wine, be sure to let it reduce by half before adding the cream.
If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the sauce will be thinner.
Serve the chicken tarragon with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Chicken tarragon is a classic French dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of chicken, tarragon, and leeks is simply delicious. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. So next time you're looking for a new chicken recipe, give chicken tarragon a try. You won't be disappointed.

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