Ingredients

Juice of 1/2 lemon 

1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar 

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 

Pinch of sugar 

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 

6 to 8 sprigs tarragon, leaves picked and finely chopped (stems reserved for bouquet garni for poaching the chicken)

Preparation

Combine lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, and sugar in a small bowl. In a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly, drizzle in olive oil until mixture is thick and emulsified. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in chopped tarragon, and serve.