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Creamy Boursin Chicken Pasta

Boursin Chicken Pasta

Creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly delicious, this Boursin Chicken Pasta is the perfect comfort food made with tender seared chicken and a rich garlic herb cheese sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a go-to meal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Packed with flavor and easy to customize, this pasta recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 package 5.2 oz / 150g Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or chicken broth optional for thinning
  • 8 oz 225g pasta (penne, fettuccine, or rotini)
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water as needed
  • Fresh parsley or basil chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • Optional: 1 cup baby spinach or sautéed mushrooms

Method
 

Cook the pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining. Set pasta aside.
Cook the chicken
  1. While the pasta is cooking, season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and let it rest before slicing.
Make the Boursin sauce
  1. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add the Boursin cheese and a splash of reserved pasta water or cream. Stir gently until the cheese melts into a smooth, creamy sauce. Add more liquid if needed to adjust consistency.
Combine pasta and sauce
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more reserved pasta water.
Add chicken and garnish
  1. Slice the cooked chicken and place it on top of the pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil. For added color and flavor, stir in cherry tomatoes or spinach before serving.
Serve and enjoy
  1. Serve immediately while warm and creamy. Pairs well with garlic bread or a light salad.