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creamy boursin chicken in skillet with garlic herb sauce

Creamy Boursin Chicken

Creamy Boursin chicken is an easy one pan dinner made with tender seared chicken and a rich garlic herb sauce. This 30-minute recipe is simple but delivers restaurant-quality flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Italian-American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • Large skillet: for searing chicken and building the sauce
  • Tongs: to flip and handle chicken
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula for scraping and building sauce

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning, then add to the pan and sear for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  2. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 1/2 tbsp olive oil. Add the diced shallot and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened, then stir in grated garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in a splash of white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Add the chicken broth. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to slightly reduce and concentrate the flavor.
  4. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Add the Boursin cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth, then stir in the parmesan cheese if using. Add spinach and stir just until wilted.
  5. Scrape the sauce to one side of the pan. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes until warmed through and slightly thickened. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onion and serve immediately.

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Notes

  • Best Chicken Cut: Chicken cutlets cook faster and more evenly. Slice larger breasts in half if needed.
  • Flavor Boost: Add a splash of white wine before the broth for a deeper, restaurant-style sauce.
  • Make It Lighter: Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter option.
  • Add-Ins: Stir in spinach or sun-dried tomatoes at the end for variation.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream.
  • Nutrition (per serving, 4 servings): 520 calories, 34g fat, 6g carbs, 42g protein, 0g fiber. Nutrition information is an estimate. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients and brands used.