Description

This creamy and flavorful Chicken in Boursin Garlic Herb Cream Sauce is a quick and elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich sauce made with Boursin Garlic & Herb cheese, heavy cream, and a hint of garlic, creating a luscious and savory meal that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

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Chicken

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

Sauce

2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin Garlic & Herb cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Season the chicken: Generously season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Deglaze the pan: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to loosen all the flavorful browned bits left from the chicken.
Make the cream sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream and Boursin Garlic & Herb cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Simmer the chicken in sauce: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and let them simmer together for 3-5 minutes. This warms the chicken through and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for a pop of color and fresh herb flavor before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Use full-fat Boursin cheese for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the chicken broth used is gluten-free certified.