Boursin Chicken Recipe
This creamy Boursin Chicken combines pan-seared chicken breasts and a rich, velvety sauce made from melted Boursin cheese. Serve this quick, one-pan meal over mashed potatoes for a knock-out family dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 4 large
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth, use low sodium if sensitive to salt
- 2 5.2 ounce package Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese, softened
- 2-4 Tbsp chopped parsley to taste, optional
Instructions
- Cut the chicken pieces in half lengthwise so that you get 8 thinner pieces.
- Season the chicken pieces generously with garlic powder and a touch of salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, adding the oil and butter.
- Working in batches to avoid crowding, sear the chicken pieces until deeply golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken pieces to a plate and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté the onion until softened and lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes. Add a little more oil if the pan seems dry.
- Add the chicken broth and Boursin cheese and stir until smooth.
- Let the mixture bubble for 5 minutes and then stir in the parsley (optional).
- Return the chicken (and plate juices) to the pan, nestling the pieces into the thickened sauce.
- Allow the chicken pieces to warm through for a couple of minutes.
- Season the dish with salt and pepper, if needed, and serve immediately over mashed potatoes with steamed broccolini, carrots, and/or asparagus.
Notes
Sandy’s tips:
- Storage: Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Once cooled, portion into airtight containers and freeze for up to 2–3 months with the sauce.
- Reheat: Warm in the microwave or in a skillet with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 168kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 25g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 81mg, Sodium: 351mg, Potassium: 454mg, Fiber: 0.3g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 133IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 13mg, Iron: 1mg