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Boursin Chicken in Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce Recipe

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This Boursin Chicken recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked in a rich and creamy garlic and herb Boursin cheese sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner and pairs beautifully with roasted green beans, broccoli, or rice.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or arrowroot powder
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1½ tablespoons avocado or olive oil

Sauce

  • 5 oz Boursin cheese (Garlic and Herb recommended)
  • 2 small shallots, chopped small (about 1/4 cup)
  • 1 cup vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: If using large chicken breasts, pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Place the chicken between sheets of parchment paper and gently flatten with a mallet on both sides to ensure even cooking.
  2. Season and coat: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with kosher salt and black pepper. Coat evenly with the all-purpose flour or arrowroot powder, shaking off any excess.
  3. Sear the chicken: Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add the oil. When hot, add the chicken breasts and sear on one side for about 4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for another 4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
  4. Make the sauce base: In the same pan, add the chopped shallots to the drippings and sauté for about 1 minute until softened. Pour in the vegetable broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and lift all the flavorful brown bits.
  5. Simmer the sauce: Bring the broth to a simmer and let it reduce for 3-4 minutes until it has decreased by about 1/4 cup. Reduce heat to low and stir in the Boursin cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth and combined.
  6. Finish cooking: Increase the heat slightly to maintain a low simmer. Return the chicken breasts to the pan, coating them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is heated through.
  7. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately with your choice of roasted vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For even cooking and better texture, pound larger chicken breasts to an even thickness.
  • Arrowroot powder is a great gluten-free alternative to all-purpose flour.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F for safety.
  • Serve with steamed broccoli, roasted green beans, or your favorite rice to round out the meal.
  • Leftover chicken and sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/boursin-chicken-in-creamy-garlic-herb-sauce-recipe/