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Chicken with Boursin Cheese Sauce Recipe

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This Chicken with Boursin Sauce recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy Boursin cheese sauce enhanced with fresh herbs. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish pairs wonderfully with pasta or rice for an elegant yet easy meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce

  • 4 ounces Boursin cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Season chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor before cooking.
  2. Heat oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, preparing for searing the chicken.
  3. Cook chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, ensuring they are cooked through and have a nice golden crust. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Prepare sauce base: Reduce the skillet heat to medium, then add the softened Boursin cheese, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pan, scraping any browned bits from the bottom for extra flavor.
  5. Whisk sauce: Whisk the mixture continuously until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  6. Add herbs: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and dried thyme to infuse the sauce with a fragrant herbal note.
  7. Return chicken: Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over them to coat well.
  8. Simmer: Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve: Plate the chicken breasts topped with the luscious Boursin sauce immediately, and enjoy with your favorite side.

Notes

  • Serve with a side of pasta or rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
  • For an extra bright flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the sauce just before serving.
  • Boursin cheese can be found pre-packaged in most grocery stores, usually near specialty cheeses.
  • Leftover chicken and sauce can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.

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