Description
Make Creamy Boursin Chicken Pasta in Just 30 Minutes is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious, herb-infused sauce. This dish comes together effortlessly in just half an hour, making it perfect for busy families or special occasions. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that’s both satisfying and delicious, sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 12 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5.2 ounces Boursin cheese (Garlic & Herb flavor)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente as per package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute. Lower heat and mix in Boursin cheese and heavy cream until smooth. Stir in chicken broth to adjust consistency.
- Add the cooked chicken along with any vegetables desired. Toss to coat everything in the sauce.
- Combine with drained pasta; add reserved pasta water as needed for desired creaminess. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg