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Sexy Time Tarragon Chicken

by

Clinton Kelly

Prep Time:

10 Minutes

Cook Time

30-35 Minutes

Serves:

4 Servings

Level:

Intermediate

Chicken

  • 2 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts (or 4 portions as prepared on episode)

  • Olive oil

  • Kosher salt

  • Freshly ground black pepper


Beurre Blanc

  • ½ cup dry white wine

  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

  • 1 small shallot, finely minced

  • 12 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces

  • Kosher salt

  • Freshly ground white or black pepper

  • ½ cup fresh tarragon leaves, finely chopped

Ingredients

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F.

Step 2: Pat chicken dry, rub with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3: Roast skin-side up until crisp and internal temperature reaches 160–165°F (about 30–35 minutes). Rest.

Step 4: In a saucepan, simmer white wine, vinegar, and shallot until reduced to about 2 tablespoons.

Step 5: Lower heat and whisk in butter gradually, letting each piece melt before adding more. Do not boil.

Step 6: Season lightly and stir in chopped tarragon just before serving.

Instructions

Spoon beurre blanc onto plates, place chicken on top, and finish with extra sauce.

Serving & Finishing Touches

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