SPECIAL SCALLOPS AND CHICKEN

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I make this main course when I want to wow company. It tastes heavenly, and guests always love it. The subtle flavor of tarragon in the creamy sauce complements the mushrooms, chicken and scallops nicely. -Sheila Vail Long Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 pound bay scallops
1/4 cup olive oil
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add chicken and scallops in batches; shake to coat. In a large skillet, saute chicken and scallops in oil until lightly browned. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In the pan drippings, saute mushrooms and onion. Add wine or broth. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons. Combine cornstarch, cream and tarragon until blended; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Spoon over chicken and scallops. Sprinkle with cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 355mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.