Description
Creamy Chicken with Boursin Sauce (Garlic and Fine Herbs) is a luxurious dish that elevates simple chicken breasts into a gourmet delight. This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with the delightful flavors of Boursin cheese, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare, making it a weeknight favorite you’ll want to revisit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz Boursin cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, add minced garlic, and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Add Boursin cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth; stir until melted and combined. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating well with the sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 155mg