Dijon-Tarragon Cream Chicken

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Dijon-Tarragon Cream Chicken
45 min.
4
291kcal

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If you're looking to impress at your next meal without spending hours in the kitchen, look no further than this delightful Dijon-Tarragon Cream Chicken. This gluten-free dish combines the rich, creamy flavors of heavy cream and Dijon mustard with the aromatic touch of fresh tarragon, making it a perfect centerpiece for lunch or dinner. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up a restaurant-quality meal right at home.

The succulent chicken breasts are cooked to perfection, ensuring they remain juicy and tender, while the sauce adds a luxurious finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. This dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also provides a satisfying caloric balance, making it suitable for those mindful of their dietary choices.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night in, Dijon-Tarragon Cream Chicken is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or your favorite roasted vegetables for a complete and nutritious meal. Get ready to savor the sophisticated flavors of this easy-to-make dish that will surely become a family favorite!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter 
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • 2 teaspoons tarragon fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream 
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil 
  • 4 servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 4  chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. Stir cream into the pan, scraping up brown bits.
  3. Mix in mustard and tarragon. Cook and stir 5 minutes, or until thickened. Return chicken to skillet to coat with sauce.
  4. Drizzle chicken with remaining sauce to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories291kcal
Protein34.95%
Fat62.91%
Carbs2.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38
Glycemic Load
0.31
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.065217409445%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:291.24kcal
14.56%
Fat:20.2g
31.08%
Saturated Fat:9.79g
61.21%
Carbohydrates:1.55g
0.52%
Net Carbohydrates:1.31g
0.48%
Sugar:0.92g
1.03%
Cholesterol:113.46mg
37.82%
Sodium:397.35mg
17.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.25g
50.5%
Vitamin B3:11.92mg
59.58%
Selenium:38.41µg
54.87%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
44.18%
Phosphorus:262.58mg
26.26%
Vitamin B5:1.7mg
17.01%
Potassium:483.1mg
13.8%
Vitamin A:603.35IU
12.07%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.94%
Magnesium:36.81mg
9.2%
Vitamin E:1.09mg
7.24%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.87%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.65%
Zinc:0.79mg
5.29%
Iron:0.85mg
4.74%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.66%
Calcium:40.03mg
4%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.93%
Vitamin K:3.59µg
3.42%
Vitamin C:2.05mg
2.48%
Folate:8.82µg
2.2%
Copper:0.04mg
2.17%
Source:Allrecipes