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Boursin Chicken Recipe

Published: January 30, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Category: Main Course Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp dried rosemary
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Remove chicken and set aside.
  6. Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
  7. Add white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes until reduced by half.
  8. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, thyme, and rosemary.
  9. Bring to a simmer and add Boursin cheese.
  10. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  11. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it.
  12. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  13. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Special Notes

This Boursin chicken recipe creates a luxurious, creamy dish that's perfect for special occasions or date nights. The Boursin cheese adds a rich, herby flavor that pairs beautifully with the tender chicken. The white wine adds acidity and depth to the sauce, while the cream creates a velvety texture. This dish is perfect for serving with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. The sauce is so flavorful that you'll want to serve it with something to soak it up. Leftovers can be reheated gently in the oven or on the stovetop.