Savory Chicken Tarragon Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CuisineCourse
MethodMain Ingredient

Ingredients

 Butter/Margarine1/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Onion1/2 Cup (16 tbs), sliced
 Garlic2 Clove (5gm), peeled
 Boneless chicken1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Carrots1/2 Cup (16 tbs), sliced
 Parsley1/3 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Tarragon leaves3/4 Teaspoon, dried
 Ground black pepper1/4 Teaspoon
 2-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons water, divided
 Chicken broth3/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Lemon juice3/4 Teaspoon
 Rotini pasta3 Cup (16 tbs), uncooked
 All purpose flour2 Tablespoon

Directions

Melt margarine in a 4-quart saucepan; add onion and garlic and saute for 1 minute.
Add chicken, carrots, parsley, tarragon and pepper; cook until chicken is lightly browned.
Add 2-1/2 cups water, chicken broth and lemon juice; bring to a rapid boil.
Stir in pasta; boil, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 11 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
Reduce heat.
Blend flour with remaining 2 tablespoons water; gradually add flour mixture to chicken mixture, stirring until mixture is smooth and thickened.
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