Follow these steps for perfect results
boneless skinless chicken breasts
garlic cloves
roughly chopped
lemon
cut into wedges
white wine
salt
pepper
fresh tarragon
oil
butter
flour
milk
cream
wine stock
tarragon
chopped
brandy
salt
pepper
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
Place chicken breasts in an oven-proof dish.
Sprinkle with chopped garlic, salt, and pepper.
Arrange lemon wedges around the chicken.
In a measuring jug, mix white wine and oil.
Pour wine and oil mixture over the chicken.
Place fresh tarragon sprigs on top of the chicken.
Cover the dish with foil.
Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce.
Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
Add flour to the melted butter and whisk to form a roux.
Remove the pan from the heat.
Gradually whisk in milk, wine stock from the chicken dish, and cream until smooth.
Return the pan to heat and bring the sauce to a boil, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 6-10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
Remove the sauce from the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Stir in chopped fresh tarragon and brandy.
Whisk until well combined.
Remove chicken from oven.
Arrange the cooked chicken in a serving dish, discarding the used tarragon sprigs and lemon wedges.
Pour the prepared tarragon cream sauce over the chicken.
Garnish with a fresh sprig of tarragon and lemon wedges before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, use bone-in chicken breasts.
Marinate the chicken in the wine mixture for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Add a splash of lemon juice to the sauce for extra brightness.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Store separately from the chicken and combine before serving.
Serve chicken breasts atop a bed of creamy mashed potatoes or rice, drizzled generously with the tarragon cream sauce. Garnish with a sprig of fresh tarragon and a lemon wedge.
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.
Serve with a crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.
Complements the creamy sauce and tarragon flavor.
Good alternate
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Classic French cuisine, often served at special occasions.
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