Ingredients
– 8 oz. pasta (such as fettuccine or penne)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin cheese (garlic & herb flavor)
– ½ cup heavy cream
– 1 cup spinach (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating your Creamy Boursin Chicken Pasta is straightforward with these clear steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
4. Pour in Chicken Broth: Carefully add the chicken broth to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
5. Incorporate Boursin Cheese: Add the Boursin cheese to the skillet, stirring until it has melted and combined with the chicken broth, creating a creamy sauce.
6. Mix in Heavy Cream: Pour in the heavy cream, continuing to stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
7. Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it with the cream sauce. If desired, fold in the spinach until wilted.
8. Taste and Adjust: Check for seasoning, adding more salt and pepper as needed.
9. Serve Immediately: Transfer to plates or a serving bowl, garnishing with chopped fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g