Herbed Chicken with Snap Peas and Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Herbed Chicken with Snap Peas and Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; Kosher salt; 4 small skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each); Freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 8 ounces sliced white mushrooms; 8 ounces stemmed, sliced shiitake mushrooms; 1 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed; 1 shallot, minced

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Kosher salt
4 small skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces sliced white mushrooms
8 ounces stemmed, sliced shiitake mushrooms
1 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed
1 shallot, minced

1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Mix the butter, tarragon, chives, lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl; set aside.
2
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Add the chicken and cook, turning once, until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
5
Transfer to a baking sheet and bake until cooked through, about 8 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, wipe out the skillet and add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over high heat.
7
Add the mushrooms and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
8
Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 4 minutes.
9
Add the snap peas and shallot; cook, stirring, until the peas are crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Top the chicken with the herb butter and serve with the vegetables.
12
Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

705

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon, 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives, 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Herbed Chicken with Snap Peas and Mushrooms 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.

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Herbed Chicken with Snap Peas and Mushrooms

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