Crispy Roast Chicken With Riesling, Grapes and Tarragon

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Crispy Roast Chicken With Riesling, Grapes and Tarragon - A Delicious Yet Simple Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

620

Sugar

13g

Fat

40g

This Crispy Roast Chicken With Riesling, Grapes and Tarragon recipe is a perfect solution for a simple and tasty weeknight meal. The juicy grapes and aromatic tarragon add a touch of elegance and sophistication to this otherwise simple dish. Perfect for those who love rich flavors with minimal ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a regular in your weekly rotation.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.	Season chicken with salt and pepper.
3.	Place chicken in a roasting pan along with the grapes, tarragon and shallot.
4.	Pour in the riesling wine or dry white wine.
5.	Roast in the oven for 45-60 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
6.	Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7.	In a small saucepan, heat the creme fraiche over low heat, stirring constantly.
8.	Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
9.	Serve the chicken with the roasted grapes and tarragon on the side, along with the sauce.
10.

PROS

Crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, this chicken recipe is a perfect and simple weeknight meal.

The juicy grapes add a perfect sweet balance to the savory chicken and the aromatic tarragon pairs perfectly with the wine.

The dish is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients.

CONS

The recipe calls for wine, which may not be preferred by everyone.

Tarragon can be overpowering if not used in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is an excellent source of protein, making it a great addition to any diet.
The grapes in this recipe provide a dose of antioxidants and vitamins, while tarragon is said to have anti-inflammatory properties as well as aiding in digestion.
However, the dish does contain creme fraiche, which is high in fat and should be consumed in moderation.

	1 small chicken
	225 g seedless white grapes
	1 package fresh tarragon leaves
	1 medium shallot
	425 ml riesling wine or 425 ml dry white wine
	200 ml half-fat creme fraiche
	salt
	pepper