Description
This Boursin Chicken recipe is a rich and creamy skillet dish featuring tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious Boursin cheese and herb sauce. Perfect for a comforting and elegant weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients with an indulgent garlic and fine herbs cheese for a flavor-packed meal that’s quick to prepare.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Sauce
- 1 (5.2-ounce) package Boursin cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder for a flavorful crust.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet, place on a plate, and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
- Make Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, pour in the chicken broth while scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the Boursin cheese and heavy cream, whisking continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth. Allow it to simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Combine and Heat Through: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the creamy sauce over them, and let simmer for an additional 2 minutes to heat the chicken through and meld the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken for a pop of color and freshness. Serve warm with mashed potatoes, pasta, or sautéed spinach to complete the meal.
Notes
- You can use any flavor of Boursin cheese, though Garlic & Fine Herbs provides the most classic and balanced taste.
- For a heartier dish, add spinach or mushrooms to the sauce during the simmering stage.
