Description
Creamy chicken boursin cheese pasta delights palates with French-inspired comfort. Elegant ingredients and simple techniques bring this hearty dish to life for home cooks who appreciate rich, satisfying meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
Pasta and Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 5 ounces (142 grams) Boursin cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor)
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare pasta al dente according to package guidelines, then drain and reserve.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown and thoroughly cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes. Transfer chicken to a separate plate.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium and sauté minced garlic until aromatic, roughly 45-60 seconds.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, whisking to create a uniform liquid base.
- Introduce Boursin cheese into the sauce, stirring continuously until completely melted and creating a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese into the sauce, blending thoroughly to enhance flavor and texture.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, allowing it to warm and absorb the rich, creamy sauce.
- Gently fold the reserved pasta into the sauce, ensuring each strand is completely coated with the luxurious mixture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or plant-based protein to create a vegetarian version that maintains the creamy, rich sauce texture.
- Reduce heavy cream calories by using half-and-half or Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthier alternative without sacrificing flavor.
- Select firm, fresh Boursin cheese varieties like garlic and herb to enhance the overall taste profile and add extra aromatic depth.
- Choose whole wheat or gluten-free pasta options to accommodate different dietary needs while keeping the dish’s original delicious essence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg