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Chicken Tarragon (Crock Pot)
Overview:
Chicken Tarragon prepared in a slow cooker brings out the rich flavors of tender chicken infused with aromatic tarragon and other savory ingredients. This recipe from lovewithrecipes.com ensures a delicious one-dish meal that’s both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying.
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Serves: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (approximately 3 lbs)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried tarragon
- 1 onion, sliced into rings
- 1/2 cup orange juice
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 343.8
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 103.5mg
- Sodium: 486.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.1g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 2.9g
- Protein: 27.3g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
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Coat with Flour Mixture:
- In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken thoroughly with the flour mixture, ensuring even coverage.
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Prepare the Crock Pot:
- Place the sliced onion rings at the bottom of the crock pot.
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Add Chicken and Seasoning:
- Arrange the seasoned chicken pieces on top of the onions in the crock pot.
- Sprinkle dried tarragon evenly over the chicken.
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Add Orange Juice:
- Stir the orange juice into the mushrooms (if using) and pour over the chicken in the crock pot.
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Cooking:
- Cover the crock pot with the lid.
- Cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
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Serve:
- Once cooked, serve the chicken tarragon hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Tips:
- For a richer sauce, you can add mushrooms along with the orange juice mixture.
- Serve this dish with steamed vegetables or over cooked rice to complete the meal.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences before cooking.
Enjoy Your Chicken Tarragon (Crock Pot)!
This recipe guarantees tender, flavorful chicken infused with the delightful essence of tarragon and onions, perfect for a hearty family meal or a gathering with friends. Embrace the ease of using a slow cooker to create this delicious dish that will surely become a favorite in your recipe collection.