Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Chicken in Boursin Garlic Herb Cream Sauce. This French-inspired dish features tender chicken breasts smothered in a decadent sauce made with Boursin cheese, garlic, and fine herbs. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Sauce: Sauté garlic in olive oil, then add chicken broth, Boursin cheese, and heavy cream. Simmer to thicken.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer to meld flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
- Chicken thighs can be used as an alternative.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully for a delicious lunch the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
