French Chicken Breast with Orange Tarragon Sauce

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

2. 2

   Put 2 tablespoons of the butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a large skillet and place it over high heat for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Season the chicken breasts with a sprinkling of salt and pepper and place 4 of the breasts in the pan skin side down.

4. 4

   Sear for 1 minute or until the skin is crispy and a golden brown.

5. 5

   Turn the breasts and sear 1 more minute.

6. 6

   Remove to a baking dish and repeat the process with the rest of the butter, oil and breasts.

7. 7

   Place the baking dish into the oven for 10 to 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Add orange juice, chicken broth, and tarragon to the hot skillet.

9. 9

   Cook until reduced by about 3/4 (sauce should coat the back of a spoon).

10. 10

    Right before serving, whisk in the butter.

11. 11

    Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

12. 12

    Serve the chicken with the sauce spooned over the top.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.