Introduction of Tarragon Chicken Steak
Heavenly Tarragon Chicken Steak (Pakistani Fusion Style) is a flavorful twist on the classic Western dish, blending creamy tarragon sauce with bold Pakistani spices. This succulent chicken steak is marinated in traditional desi flavors, then grilled to perfection and topped with a rich, herb-infused cream sauce.
Overview of Tarragon Chicken Steak
Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Spice Level: Mild–Medium | Serves: 4
🌿 What Makes It Special?
✔ French tarragon is blended with Pakistani creamy sauce traditions.
✔ Pan-seared chicken steaks with golden crust.
✔ Rich, silky garlic-mustard-tarragon cream sauce.
✔Served with naan, herbed rice, or mashed potatoes – your choice!
Ingredients of Tarragon Chicken Steak
For the Chicken Steaks:
✔ Four boneless chicken breasts that have been pressed to ¾ inch thick with a rolling pin
✔ 1 tsp garlic paste
✔ 1 tsp lemon juice and white vinegar
✔ ½ tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
✔ ½ tsp black pepper
✔ ½ tsp salt
✔ 1 tsp soy sauce
✔ One tablespoon each of cooking oil (for frying) and butter
For the Heavenly Tarragon Sauce:
✔ 2 tbsp butter
✔ 3 to 4 cloves of garlic, smashed or finely chopped
✔ 1 tiny shallot or onion, cut finely
✔ ¾ cup fresh cream (e.g., Homemade cream is best)
✔ ½ cup milk
✔ 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or 1 tsp regular mustard + ½ tsp sugar)
✔ 1 tbsp dried tarragon (easily found at any grocery store)
✔ 1 tsp lemon zest
✔ 1 tbsp lemon juice
✔ Salt to taste
✔ ¼ tsp white pepper (or black pepper if not available)
✔ Optional: 1 chopped green chili (for desi spice lovers)
Step-by-Step Instructions of Tarragon Chicken Steak
🔹 Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
1. Intimate the grazing of even the juice of the lemon, sauce silks, cheeses, chili chilis, and black figs.
2. Fry the mixture on both sides of the chicken steak.
3. Marinate for 20 to 30 minutes (or overnight in the refrigerator for a deeper scent).
🔹 Step 2: Cook the Chicken Steaks
1. Heat 1 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter in a frying or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Attach marinated chicken stems and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on either side, until they are golden and cooked through.
3. Remove from pan and set aside. Cover up to keep warm.
🔹 Step 3: Prepare the Creamy Tarragon Sauce
1. Launch the heat and add two tablespoons of butter to the same pan.
2. Add garlic and onion. Sauté until soft and translucent (about 2–3 mins).
3. Stir in the cream, milk, mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, and tarragon.
4. Simmer on low heat for 5–7 minutes. Stir constantly to prevent curdling.
5. Season with salt, white pepper, and optional chopped green chili.
6. Let it gently thicken into a smooth, velvety sauce.
🔹 Step 4: Combine & Serve
1. Turn the cooked chicken in the pan and add tablespoons of whole-in-steak.
2. Simmer together for another 2 minutes, allowing the aromas to join.
3. Served hot with the sides of your choice.
Recommended Desi-Fusion Serving Ideas
✔ Herbed Garlic Rice (basmati rice with garlic & coriander)
✔ Roghni Kulcha or Naan (for a spin on fusion)
✔ Mashed Aloo with Ghee and Garlic
✔ Grilled Vegetables or Sautéed Palak (Spinach)
Drink Pairings
✔ Mint Margarita
✔ Zeera Lassi
✔ Iced Chai with cardamom
✔ Fresh Peach or Lemon Iced Tea
