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+ | Chicken with Tarragon (Poulet a l'estragon) | ||
+ | from 60 minute gourmet | ||
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+ | * 2 to 3 lb chicken in pieces, or legs and thighs | ||
+ | * salt and pepper | ||
+ | * 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil | ||
+ | * 2 tablespoon finely chopped shallots, or 1 teaspoon dried onion | ||
+ | * 2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon, or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon | ||
+ | * 1/2 to 3/4 cup dry white wine | ||
+ | * (1/4 cup water) | ||
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+ | - Remove the skin from the chicken pieces, and pat dry. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. | ||
+ | - Heat the butter or olive oil in a heavy skillet or pan. add the chicken pieces and cook about 10 minutes on 1 side, till golden brown. Turn and cook about 5 minutes on the other side. | ||
+ | - Remove the chicken and set aside. | ||
+ | - Add the shallots to the skillet and saute briefly. Add the tarragon and wine, and stir to dissolve the particles that cling to the bottom of the skillet. | ||
+ | - Return the chicken to the skillet, and cover. Cook about 15 minutes at medium heat. Uncover and continue to cook at medium low heat, basting frequently, for 5 minutes, till chicken is thoroughly tender and nicely glazed. | ||
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