FRENCH CHICKEN TARRAGON
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
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.
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Adeyemi Ronald
[email protected]This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more salt and pepper.
D I N E S H 97
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tarragon but this dish was still really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.
Scotty Dog
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.
Rele Christy
[email protected]Delicious!
Kris Huffman
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
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[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was heavy and the chicken was a bit greasy. I would recommend using less butter and cream next time.
Mathiba Mathiba
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always moist and tender, and the sauce is rich and creamy. It's a great dish for special occasions or for a weeknight meal.
Grace Palacios
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Brian Stevenson
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again soon.
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[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again.