Description
Creamy chicken boursin cheese pasta brings Italian-French fusion to dinner tables with elegance. Smooth cheese and tender chicken create a quick, satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dining.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
Pasta and Cheese:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 package Boursin cheese (garlic and herb)
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare pasta in boiling water until al dente, following package guidelines. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, approximately 375°F.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and black pepper, then sear until golden brown and completely cooked through, roughly 6-7 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the pan, releasing aromatic flavors for approximately 45-60 seconds.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, then gently incorporate Boursin cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce transforms into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Integrate cooked pasta into the creamy sauce, ensuring each strand is generously coated with the rich, velvety mixture.
- Transfer the completed dish to serving plates, sprinkling freshly chopped parsley on top for a vibrant garnish and enhanced flavor profile.
- Serve immediately while the pasta remains warm and the sauce maintains its luxurious texture.
Notes
- Use high-quality Boursin cheese for a richer, more authentic flavor profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts and cut them into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the pasta.
- Consider adding a splash of white wine or chicken broth to the sauce for extra depth and complexity of flavor, creating a more nuanced cream sauce.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt, reducing calories while maintaining a creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 583 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg