Ingredients

  • 8 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 23 cup organic reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, divided
  • 14 cup all-purpose flour, divided
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1 1/4 lbs)
  • 14 teaspoon salt
  • 12 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced
  • 12 cup white wine
  • 13 cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 23 cup shredded gruyere cheese

Method

  • Place a steamer basket in a large saucepan, add 1 inch of water and bring to a boil.
  • Add asparagus; cover and steam 3 minutes,.
  • Uncover; remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Whisk broth and 2 teaspoons flour in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Set aside.
  • Place the remaining 1/4 cup flour in a shallow dish.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper and dredge both sides in the flour, shaking off excess flour.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken and cook until golden brown 3-4 minutes per side, adjusting heat as needed to prevent scorching.
  • Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
  • Add shallot, wine and the reserved broth mixture to the pan; cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low stir in sour cream, tarragon, lemon juice and the reserved asparagus until combined.
  • Return the chiken to the pan and turn to coat with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top of each piece of chicken, cover and continue cooking until the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes.