Grilled Chicken with Mustard-Tarragon Sauce

By sheilaolim

A tangy sauce enlivens simple grilled chicken breasts; a hint of sugar balances the flavors.

Ingredients

• 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
• Cooking spray
• 3 tablespoons minced shallots
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 4 cups gourmet salad greens

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Coat pan with cooking spray. Place chicken in pan; cook 6 minutes on each side or until done.

2. Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper, shallots, and next 6 ingredients (through sugar) in a bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Serve chicken over greens with sauce.