TARRAGON CHICKEN KIEV

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This wonderful recipe prompted me to buy a french tarragon plant to I always have it fresh on hand. It is the best in the spring but it is still flavorful all year round.-Ann Harris, Fresno, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Salt, pepper and ground nutmeg to taste
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
LEMON TARRAGON SAUCE:
3 tablespoons butter
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons butter and tarragon; chill. Shape tarragon butter into four 2-in. logs; freeze until firm. Flatten chicken to 1/8-in. thickness; season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Center a butter log on each chicken breast. Roll up and tuck in ends; secure with a toothpick. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and water. Coat chicken with flour, then dip in egg mixture and roll in bread crumbs. In a skillet, cook chicken in remaining butter until golden brown. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. , Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in flour and mustard until smooth. Gradually stir in broth and tarragon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. In a bowl, combine egg yolks and lemon juice. Gradually whisk a small amount of hot mixture into yolks. Return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until sauce reaches 160°, about 1 minute. Discard toothpicks from chicken; serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 31g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 244mg cholesterol, Sodium 701mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Mack Young
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The chicken Kiev was delicious! The tarragon butter was perfect. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Samad Mahmud
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the chicken Kiev turned out great! The tarragon butter was especially good. I would definitely make this again.


Prince Busia
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The chicken Kiev was amazing! The tarragon butter was so flavorful and really made the dish. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Zain boy
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the tarragon butter was a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Mesfin Assefa
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the tarragon butter was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Rozan Mgr
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken Kiev and raved about the tarragon butter. I will definitely be making this again.


Saad Munawar
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken Kiev turned out great! The tarragon butter was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Pixikal
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I'm a big fan of chicken Kiev and this recipe did not disappoint. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the tarragon butter was amazing. I would definitely make this again.


Mstkhadija Islam
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The chicken Kiev was delicious! The tarragon butter was perfect. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Beniedick Natividad (Bench)
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the chicken Kiev turned out great! The tarragon butter was especially good. I would definitely make this again.


Kenzy 4real
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The chicken Kiev was amazing! The tarragon butter was so flavorful and really made the dish. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Maruf Alom
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the tarragon butter was a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Brady Gerber
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the tarragon butter was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Preetty Pretty
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I'm not a huge fan of tarragon, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the tarragon butter was subtle but still noticeable. I would definitely make this again.


Fathima Nasfa
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken Kiev turned out great! The tarragon butter was especially good. I would definitely make this again.


opio Kaloli
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken Kiev and raved about the tarragon butter. I will definitely be making this again.


Frank Williams
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This was my first time making chicken Kiev and it turned out perfectly! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the tarragon butter was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Dragon Zee
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I've made chicken Kiev before, but this recipe is by far the best. The tarragon butter is a game-changer. I highly recommend this recipe.


Maison Escalante
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This chicken Kiev recipe was absolutely delicious! The tarragon butter was so flavorful and really made the dish. I will definitely be making this again.