Citrus Tarragon Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this elegant Citrus Tarragon Chicken, brimming with fresh, zesty flavors and a touch of herbaceous charm. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are bathed in a vibrant sauce made from lemon and orange juice, aromatic garlic, and a hint of honey for a perfectly balanced sweetness. Chopped fresh tarragon uplifts the dish with its subtle anise-like flavor, while butter adds a velvety richness to the citrus-infused reduction. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy evenings yet special enough to impress at a dinner party. Serve it over rice, roasted vegetables, or crisp greens for a wholesome, flavor-packed meal. Perfectly juicy and loaded with bright, tangy goodness, this recipe is a delightful blend of simplicity and sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh tarragon, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Additional fresh tarragon (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the lemon zest, orange zest, lemon juice, orange juice, honey, and chicken stock. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 5

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a serving platter. Cover loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm.

Step 7

Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes to reduce and thicken slightly. Stir in the butter and chopped tarragon, letting the butter melt and incorporate into the sauce.

Step 8

Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts and garnish with additional fresh tarragon. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1071.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1783.2

Total Fat 79.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 664.2mg	0%
Sodium 2948.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 22.8g
Protein 225.3g	0%

Vitamin D 90.5IU	0%
Calcium 199.7mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 2180.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.9%

Protein: 51.4%

Carbs: 7.7%