Description
Chicken with Boursin Sauce is a creamy, decadent dish perfect for elevating your weeknight dinners or impressing guests. Juicy, seared chicken breasts are topped with a velvety sauce made from Boursin cheese, heavy cream, and herbs, creating a luxurious meal in just 35 minutes. This gluten-free recipe is as easy as it is delicious, delivering restaurant-quality flavors right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Produce:
- 1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin cheese with garlic and fine herbs
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Canned Goods:
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Baking & Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Dairy:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Oils & Fats:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken breasts with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- Lower the heat to medium and deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream and Boursin cheese, whisking until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Combine:
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes to heat through and let the flavors meld.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken and sauce.
- Serve warm with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for added texture and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.