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Tarragon-Infused Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce

Savory Tarragon-Infused Chicken with a Bright Lemon Butter Finish

4servings
45 min
Easy
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Tarragon-Infused Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce

About this recipe

This elegant dish brings a harmonious blend of flavors with juicy, tarragon-infused chicken and a bright, zesty lemon butter sauce. Perfect for a dinner party or a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds with its sophisticated simplicity.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Whisk together the tarragon, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

  3. 3

    Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and coat them evenly with the tarragon mixture.

  4. 4

    Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

  6. 6

    Add the lemon juice to the butter, stirring to combine.

  7. 7

    Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.

  8. 8

    Serve the chicken drizzled with the warm lemon butter sauce.

Chef's tip

For a richer sauce, consider adding a splash of cream to the lemon butter mixture.

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