Chicken with tarragon, garlic & olives

Gluten Free
Health score
18%
Chicken with tarragon, garlic & olives
60 min.
4
509kcal

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If you're looking for a delectable dish that combines the rich flavors of chicken, the earthiness of olives, and the aromatic essence of tarragon, then this Chicken with Tarragon, Garlic & Olives recipe is sure to impress! Perfectly balanced and effortless to prepare, this gluten-free delight is an ideal choice for both lunch and dinner. In just 60 minutes, you can create a meal that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also nourishes the soul.

The dish begins with succulent chicken breasts, which are skillfully browned to achieve that crispy skin, locking in all the delicious flavors. As the chicken cooks, the inviting aromas of smoky bacon and freshly chopped garlic fill your kitchen, making it irresistible. The addition of zesty lemon and a splash of dry white wine creates a rich and tangy sauce that harmonizes beautifully with the briny olives and fragrant tarragon, transforming this dish into a gourmet experience.

Paired wonderfully with a side of crusty mustard potatoes and fresh bread to soak up the savory pan juices, this meal is not only visually stunning but also a comfort to eat. Whether you're serving it at a family gathering or impressing friends at a dinner party, this Chicken with Tarragon, Garlic & Olives will surely be a highlight on your dining table. Get ready to indulge in this flavorful journey and enjoy every bite!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast 
  • knob butter 
  • 85 bacon smoked cut into small chunks
  •  garlic clove roughly chopped
  •  lemon zest grated
  • 300 ml wine dry white
  • 300 ml chicken stock see 
  • 20  olives mixed
  • small handful tarragon 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Season the chicken with plenty of ground black pepper, and salt if you want.
  2. Heat the butter in a saut pan and brown the chicken over a medium heat.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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

Calories509kcal
Protein47.9%
Fat45.73%
Carbs6.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.25
Glycemic Load
0.65
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
24.048261041227%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.05mg
Catechin
0.59mg
Epicatechin
0.42mg
Hesperetin
0.3mg
Naringenin
0.29mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:508.58kcal
25.43%
Fat:22.56g
34.7%
Saturated Fat:7.46g
46.65%
Carbohydrates:7.07g
2.36%
Net Carbohydrates:6.16g
2.24%
Sugar:2.14g
2.37%
Cholesterol:172.24mg
57.41%
Sodium:861.95mg
37.48%
Alcohol:7.84g
100%
Alcohol %:2.31%
100%
Protein:53.15g
106.31%
Vitamin B3:25.81mg
129.05%
Selenium:79.02µg
112.89%
Vitamin B6:1.89mg
94.29%
Phosphorus:547.05mg
54.7%
Vitamin B5:3.41mg
34.06%
Potassium:1043.82mg
29.82%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.43%
Magnesium:76.11mg
19.03%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.38%
Zinc:1.82mg
12.14%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.77%
Vitamin E:1.43mg
9.56%
Vitamin B12:0.57µg
9.45%
Iron:1.53mg
8.51%
Copper:0.15mg
7.51%
Vitamin C:5.86mg
7.1%
Vitamin A:299.26IU
5.99%
Calcium:43.44mg
4.34%
Folate:15.33µg
3.83%
Fiber:0.9g
3.6%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.07%
Vitamin K:1.61µg
1.53%