Description
This Creamy Boursin Chicken Delight features seared chicken breasts in a rich, velvety garlic-herb cheese sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or an elegant meal for guests.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–7 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For the Boursin sauce:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 wheel (5 oz) Boursin cheese (garlic & herb flavor)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken breasts for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Add heavy cream and optional Dijon mustard. Stir until warmed through.
- Add Boursin cheese and whisk until melted and smooth. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over top. Simmer 1–2 more minutes.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Use boneless chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and color.
- For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for cream.
- Add lemon juice for a brighter finish or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American/European Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
