Chicken breast in spicy butter sauce with cherry tomatoes
2 servings
20 minutes
Chicken breast in spicy butter sauce with cherry tomatoes is a bright and rich dish of European cuisine, where the tenderness of chicken harmonizes with the rich aroma of spices. The origins of such recipes trace back to Mediterranean gastronomy traditions that actively use butter, herbs, and spices to create deep flavors. In this version, tarragon, paprika, and garlic unfold in melted butter, infusing the chicken fillet with delicate spicy notes. The roasted cherry tomatoes in the same sauce add a light acidity and juiciness to the dish, making it perfect for serving with a side or fresh bread. This rendition of chicken breast turns out juicy, aromatic, and appetizing while being simple to prepare yet sophisticated enough for a cozy dinner.
1
Let's prepare the ingredients by taking the butter out of the fridge in advance.
2
We melt the oil in a small container, add freshly chopped herbs, paprika, garlic pressed through a press, and pepper with sea salt. Mix well.
- Tarragon: 1 tablespoon
- Paprika: 0.5 teaspoon
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Sea salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Season the chicken breast fillet with salt and pepper, without pounding.
- Sea salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Place a small pan over medium heat, add half of the spiced oil, and wait for it to melt. Add the chicken breast fillet to the oil and fry covered for 5 minutes on one side and 5 minutes on the other. Remove to a plate, cover with foil, and keep warm.
- Butter: 25 g
- Chicken fillet: 2 pieces
5
In the same pan, add whole cherry tomatoes, increase the heat, and fry the tomatoes, stirring occasionally, until they burst (no more than 5 minutes). In the last minute, add the remaining oil and mix.
- Cherry tomatoes: 300 g
- Butter: 25 g
6
We place the sauce on plates with chicken fillet and garnish with greens.
- Tarragon: 1 tablespoon