Poulet à l'estragon
Poulet à l'estragon is a classic French chicken dish where chicken is typically sautéed or braised in a creamy sauce flavored generously with fresh tarragon, and sometimes blended with chervil. It is a staple of French home cooking and bistro cuisine, often featuring chicken thighs or breasts cooked with shallots, white wine, and cream.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, moderate-fat meal with very few carbohydrates, as the sauce is primarily cream-based rather than flour-thickened. A typical serving provides a good source of protein and key nutrients like selenium and B vitamins, with a calorie range of approximately 400-550 kcal depending on the cut of chicken and cream used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 4 g |
| Fat | 36 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin K | 15 mcg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
Per 1 serving (about 250 g), including one chicken thigh and sauce · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The unique, slightly anise-like flavor of tarragon is a hallmark of French 'fines herbes' and pairs exceptionally well with the richness of cream, creating a sauce that is both elegant and deeply flavorful. Nutritionally, tarragon contains antioxidants and has been traditionally used as a digestive aid.
