Ingredients
- 4 (5-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, lightly pounded to even thickness
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 shallots, minced
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh chervil
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F with the rack in the center.
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels and generously season with salt and pepper on all sides. To a large oven-proof skillet set over medium-high heat, add oil. When oil is shimmering, add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden-brown, about 4 minutes. Using tongs, flip the chicken and transfer the skillet into the oven to roast until an inserted instant-read thermometer registers at 165°F, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and tent with aluminum foil; reserving the skillet and set aside.
- Return the skillet to the stove over medium heat and add shallots; cook until shallots are tender, about 2 minutes. Add the wine, chicken broth, and lemon juice, using a silicone spatula to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the liquid to a boil and continue to cook until it has reduced by half. Reduce the heat to a simmer, stir in the mustard and cream and simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes. Add tarragon, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- To serve: Place chicken breasts on dinner plates and spoon sauce over each one; serve immediately.