Chicken with Boursin Sauce Recipe

Introduction

This Chicken with Boursin Sauce recipe offers a creamy, flavorful twist on a simple chicken breast. The rich, herb-infused Boursin cheese melts into a smooth sauce that perfectly complements tender, juicy chicken. It’s a quick and elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 ounces Boursin cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Step 4: Lower the heat to medium. Add the softened Boursin cheese, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the skillet.
5. Step 5: Whisk the ingredients together until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
6. Step 6: Stir in the chopped parsley and dried thyme to infuse the sauce with fresh herb flavor.
7. Step 7: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce generously over the top.
8. Step 8: Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2–3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to warm through.
9. Step 9: Serve the chicken immediately with the rich Boursin sauce spooned over it.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with garlic and lemon juice for 30 minutes before cooking.
• Substitute fresh thyme for dried if available, using about 1 tablespoon instead of 1 teaspoon.
• Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for added texture and nutrients.
• Use a heavier cream or half-and-half for a lighter sauce with less fat.

Storage

Store leftover chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring occasionally to maintain a smooth sauce.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of cheese instead of Boursin?

Yes, you can substitute Boursin with cream cheese combined with herbs or a soft goat cheese for a similar creamy and herbaceous flavor.

Is this dish suitable for freezing?

While you can freeze the cooked chicken and sauce, the texture of the cream sauce may change slightly upon thawing. It’s best to freeze only if necessary and consume within 1 month for optimal taste.

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This Chicken with Boursin Sauce recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, flavorful sauce made from Boursin cheese, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Enhanced with fresh parsley and dried thyme, it’s an elegant yet simple dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

• Author: rami
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: French-inspired

Ingredients

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Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

• 4 ounces Boursin cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

1. Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance flavor.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering to prepare for searing the chicken.
3. Cook Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the hot skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
4. Prepare Sauce Base: Reduce the skillet heat to medium and add the softened Boursin cheese, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the skillet.
5. Whisk Sauce: Whisk the mixture continuously until the cheese fully melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
6. Add Herbs: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and dried thyme to infuse the sauce with herbal aroma and flavor.
7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over the top to coat evenly.
8. Simmer: Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to warm through and allow flavors to meld.
9. Serve: Serve immediately while hot, spooning extra sauce over the chicken for a rich and satisfying meal.

Notes

• Ensure chicken breasts are cooked through by checking for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
• Boursin cheese is a soft, herbed cheese that melts smoothly and imparts a garlic and herb flavor to the sauce.
• You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or full-fat milk for a lighter sauce, but it may be less creamy.
• Serve with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice to complete the meal.
• Leftover chicken with sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and gently reheated on the stovetop.

Keywords: chicken breast, Boursin cheese, creamy sauce, stovetop chicken, easy dinner, herb sauce