Description
Chicken with Boursin Sauce with Garlic and Fine Herbs is a creamy, flavorful dish that transforms simple chicken breasts into a gourmet experience. The rich Boursin cheese mixed with the aromatic garlic creates a heavenly sauce that’s perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights at home. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to pair with your favorite sides, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz Boursin cheese (garlic and fine herbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Lower the heat and stir in Boursin cheese and chicken broth until smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each breast. Sprinkle with thyme and parsley.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg