Creamy Tarragon Chicken
This Creamy Tarragon Chicken delivers 48g protein and 583 calories per serving in 4-serving batches. Quick stovetop cooking means minimal prep time for a French-inspired dinner that supports your macro targets. Built for lifters tracking calories closely — the cream base creates satiety without excess added fat.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(794g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •1¾ teaspoons kosher salt
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Shallot
- •Garlic
- •Wine, White, Dry(180g)
- •Cream, Heavy Whipping(240g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(240g)
- •Chicken Bouillon, Dry(5g)
- •Tarragon, Fresh(45g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(5g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •Orange Zest(5g)
- •Cornstarch(15g)
- •¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- 1Pat the chicken dry. Season all over with 1½ teaspoons of the salt.
- 2Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium. Once the oil is glistening, add the chicken and cook about 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- 3Add the remaining oil and shallots to the same skillet and cook, stirring, until tender, about 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the wine and cook until reduced by half, about 4 minutes, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Stir in the heavy cream, chicken stock, bouillon, 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, mustard, lemon zest, and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt.
- 4Return the chicken to the skillet along with any collected juices on the plate. Bring the sauce to a simmer over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium low. Simmer until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 15 minutes more.
- 5In a small bowl mix the cornstarch together with 2 tablespoons cool water. Transfer the chicken to a plate. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the sauce and continue to simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes. Nestle the chicken back into the sauce.
- 6Top chicken with pepper and remaining 1 tablespoon tarragon and serve over pasta or mashed potatoes, if desired.
Nutrition — Per Serving
583
calories
48g
protein
35g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 9g
- Saturated fat
- 16.3g
- Sodium
- 503 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.8g
4 servings per batch · ~390g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Creamy Tarragon Chicken have per serving?
Each serving delivers 48g of protein and 583 calories with 35g fat and only 9g carbs. This is a ketogenic-friendly option with high fat and minimal carbohydrates while maintaining strong protein content.
How long does Creamy Tarragon Chicken take to prep?
This recipe is quick prep and makes 4 servings on the stovetop, so you can efficiently batch-cook multiple dinners in one session. It's straightforward for weeknight execution or Sunday meal prep.
Is Creamy Tarragon Chicken good for fat loss?
At 583 calories and 48g protein per serving with minimal carbs (9g), this recipe works well for low-carb or ketogenic fat-loss approaches where maintaining protein is critical. The high fat content (35g) provides satiety and supports hormonal function during a deficit.
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