One Skillet Chicken Dish | Pretty Delicious

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken pieces

Chicken breasts are leaner, while bone-in pieces can be more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

Pound the chicken to ensure even thickness for faster cooking.

Season the chicken with salt.

Add butter and olive oil to a skillet, heating until foaming and bubbling.

Place the chicken in the skillet without crowding to achieve a nice crust.

Cook the chicken until caramelized and golden brown, then move to a plate.

Add shallots to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 1-2 minutes.

Pour in white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan to incorporate brown bits.

Cook the wine down until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.

Add heavy cream, chicken broth, dry mustard, and grainy mustard to the skillet and whisk to combine.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then let it simmer for 6 minutes to thicken.

Add tarragon to the sauce and stir.

Return the chicken to the skillet along with any accumulated juices.

Increase heat to medium-high and let simmer for 6-7 minutes, checking that chicken reaches 165°F with a meat thermometer.

Coat the chicken in the sauce before plating.

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