Quick Creamy Chicken Boursin for Family Dinners
Tender chicken in a creamy Boursin cheese sauce infused with garlic and herbs. An easy, satisfying weeknight dinner that’s rich, smooth, and comforting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
2–3 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 shallot, finely chopped
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 round (5.2 oz) Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: spinach, peas, fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter and oil in skillet. Sear chicken 4–5 mins per side. Set aside.
- Sauté shallot for 2–3 mins.
- Deglaze pan with broth, scraping bottom.
- Stir in Boursin cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken to pan, simmer 2–3 mins.
- Stir in spinach or peas if using.
- Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
Use thin cutlets for quicker cooking. Substitute with other Boursin flavors. Serve over pasta, potatoes, or greens.