Description
Chicken in Boursin Sauce with Garlic & Fine Herbs features tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce bursting with fresh garlic and fragrant herbs. This easy-to-make recipe delivers gourmet flavor in under 30 minutes, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or an elegant weekend meal. The velvety sauce made with Boursin cheese provides a luxurious texture and a delicious herbaceous taste.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 4 oz Boursin cheese (garlic & fine herbs flavor)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh tarragon, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 6–7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic and Herbs: Reduce the heat to medium in the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to brown it. Add the finely chopped fresh parsley, chives, and tarragon, stirring gently for around 1 minute until the herbs soften and release their aroma.
- Create the Boursin Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic and herbs. Spoon dollops of Boursin cheese into the cream and stir continuously as it melts into a smooth, thick sauce. This process should take about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy Boursin sauce over them. Allow the chicken and sauce to simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes so the flavors meld and the chicken absorbs the sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate the chicken breasts and spoon the luscious Boursin sauce generously on top. Garnish with extra fresh chopped herbs if desired, then serve immediately for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Notes
- Properly season both the chicken and sauce to ensure full flavor in every bite.
- Allow the Boursin cheese sufficient time to melt fully for the creamiest sauce texture.
- Use fresh herbs rather than dried for better fragrance and appearance.
- Let the chicken rest at room temperature briefly before cooking for even cooking.
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes after cooking to retain juiciness before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Chicken, Boursin cheese, Garlic, Fine herbs, Creamy sauce, Easy dinner, Quick meal, Gourmet chicken, Herb sauce