Chicken and Halloumi in Tarragon Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken and Halloumi in Tarragon Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken breast; flour; butter; 12 lb estimated halloumi cheese; 2 tablespoons clarified butter; 3 shallots, minced; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 cup dry white wine; ¼ cup fresh tarragon, chopped; 1 cup chicken stock

Servings: persons

1
Place chicken breasts flat on counter and slice each once horizontally, to make thinner pieces.
2
Lightly flour chicken and saute in butter over med-hi heat until brown and cooked (about 8 minutes).
3
Keep warm in oven.
4
Saute haloumi cheese in clarified butter.
5
Set aside.
6
Saute shallots in 2 T butter and lemon juice until cooked, but not brown.
7
Add white wine and tarragon.
8
Reduce to 2 T.
9
Stir in stock and a little flour.
10
Cook until thickened.
11
Add haloumi and a dash of sugar.
12
Adjust salt, pepper and lemon juice to taste.
13
Arrange the chicken pieces on a platter and pour the sauce over.

5807

kcal

Calories

462

Fat

Carbs

394

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb boneless chicken breast, flour, butter, 12 lb estimated halloumi cheese, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Halloumi in Tarragon Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken and Halloumi in Tarragon Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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