Description
This Easy Boursin Chicken Pasta is the perfect combination of tender, juicy chicken, al dente pasta, and a luxuriously creamy Boursin cheese sauce. Infused with garlic and herbs, the sauce melts beautifully, creating a rich, velvety texture that coats every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners, this recipe is quick, satisfying, and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
12 oz (340g) pasta such as penne, fettuccine, or rigatoni
1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin cheese Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through
Remove from the skillet and let it rest before slicing into strips
2. Prepare the Creamy Boursin Sauce
In the same skillet reduce heat to medium-low and add minced garlic sautéing until fragrant
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream stirring to combine
Crumble in the Boursin cheese and stir until fully melted into a smooth creamy sauce
Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened
3. Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil
Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions
Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water then drain the pasta
4. Combine and Serve
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the Boursin sauce and toss to coat
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency
Add the sliced chicken back into the skillet and mix well
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving
Notes
Use chicken thighs for a juicier alternative to chicken breasts
Add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition
For a spicy kick sprinkle in red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños
Make it dairy-free with a vegan Boursin alternative and coconut milk
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: easy Boursin chicken pasta, creamy chicken pasta, garlic herb chicken pasta, quick pasta recipe