Lighter Creamy Tarragon Chicken (Print Version)

Tender chicken breasts in a creamy tarragon sauce with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 5.3 oz each)

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauces & Dairy

04 - 1/2 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
05 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
06 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

→ Herbs & Seasonings

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cooking

12 - 2 teaspoons olive oil

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
03 - Lower heat to medium. Add shallot to the skillet and sauté 1–2 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
04 - Pour in chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 2 minutes.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Whisk in Dijon mustard, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and half the tarragon until sauce is smooth and gently warmed; avoid boiling to prevent curdling.
06 - Return chicken to skillet, coat with sauce, and simmer 2–3 minutes to heat through.
07 - Sprinkle remaining tarragon and parsley over chicken before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Lighter creamy flavor with fresh herbs
  • Guilt-free yet indulgent meal
02 -
  • Do not boil the sauce to avoid yogurt curdling
  • Parsley is optional but adds fresh brightness
03 -
  • Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels
  • Pat chicken dry for better browning
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