Description
Tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich and creamy garlic herb Boursin cheese sauce, creating an elegant and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin Garlic & Herb cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in heavy cream and Boursin cheese. Stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
- Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and simmer for 3-5 minutes to warm through and allow flavors to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier meat.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Add mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Serve over rice or creamy polenta for a comforting meal.
- Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for a deeper flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
