Description
Sizzling chicken boursin cheese pasta brings Mediterranean comfort straight to dinner tables with creamy, herb-infused elegance. Rich parmesan and tender chicken meld perfectly, creating a luxurious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 Chicken breasts
Cheese:
- 5.2 ounces (150 grams) Boursin cheese (Garlic & Herb)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Pasta and Vegetables:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) Pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
- 2 cups Spinach (optional)
- 3 cloves Garlic
Cooking and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and prepare the pasta until it reaches an al dente texture, then carefully drain and reserve.
- Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels, then generously season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then gently place seasoned chicken into the pan, cooking until a beautiful golden-brown crust develops and the meat is completely cooked through.
- Reduce the heat slightly and introduce finely chopped garlic to the skillet, stirring quickly to prevent burning and allowing the aromatic flavors to release.
- Crumble the Boursin cheese into the skillet and pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously until the ingredients meld into a smooth, velvety sauce.
- Gently fold the reserved pasta into the creamy mixture, ensuring each strand is luxuriously coated with the rich sauce.
- Add fresh spinach leaves to the skillet, allowing them to wilt slightly and incorporate into the dish, then sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
- Transfer the completed pasta to warm serving plates and garnish with additional Parmesan if desired, serving immediately while the dish remains piping hot.
Notes
- Choose a garlic-flavored Boursin cheese to enhance the overall taste profile of the dish with minimal extra effort.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in moisture.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version, keeping the sauce’s creamy texture.
- Quickly wilt fresh spinach directly in the hot sauce to preserve its vibrant color and nutrients without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg