Ingredients
Gathering the right ingredients is half the battle won. For this delicious Boursin Chicken Pasta, you’ll need:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 package (5.2 ounces) Boursin cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 12 ounces pasta of your choice (penne or fettuccine work well)
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Feel free to substitute the spinach with kale or arugula for a peppery twist, and if you’re watching your calories, you can swap the heavy cream for half-and-half.
Instructions
Ready to dive into cooking? Follow these steps, and you’ll have a delicious meal on the table in no time:
- Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Reduce the heat to low, then add the Boursin cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Finish by sprinkling the Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the top. Give it a final toss and serve immediately.
This process might remind you of those early lessons in the kitchen, where every step was a discovery, and the outcome was always a little bit of magic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International