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Chicken with Boursin Cheese & Spinach Recipe

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This delicious Chicken with Boursin Cheese & Spinach recipe features thinly sliced chicken breasts filled with a creamy mixture of Boursin cheese and fresh spinach, rolled, breaded, and baked to golden perfection. The dish is enhanced with a flavorful lemon and chicken broth sauce, making it a comforting and elegant main course perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Filling

  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups spinach leaves, chopped
  • 2 (5 oz.) packages Boursin cheese, softened

Breading & Seasoning

  • 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Sauce and Finishing

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Olive oil, for drizzling (approximately 2-3 tbsp)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven. Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the stuffed chicken breasts.
  2. Prepare Cheese and Spinach Mixture. Allow the Boursin cheese to come to room temperature for easy mixing. Chop the fresh spinach leaves finely and combine them thoroughly with the softened Boursin cheese in a small bowl to create a flavorful filling.
  3. Slice Chicken Breasts. Slice each of the 4 chicken breasts crosswise to produce two thinner pieces from each, yielding 8 thin chicken portions; this helps the chicken cook evenly and makes it easier to roll.
  4. Prepare Breading Mixture. In a shallow bowl, combine the Italian bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a seasoning blend for dredging the chicken.
  5. Bread the Chicken. Dredge each thin chicken piece in the bread crumb mixture, coating both sides evenly to ensure a flavorful crust after baking.
  6. Fill and Roll Chicken. Spread a generous amount of the Boursin and spinach mixture down the center of each breaded chicken breast piece, then carefully roll the chicken up and place it seam side down in an 8×8 baking dish to keep it secure while baking.
  7. Prepare Sauce. Whisk the juice of one lemon into the chicken broth to add brightness and flavor to the cooking liquid, then pour the mixture evenly between the rolled chicken breasts in the baking dish.
  8. Add Olive Oil. Drizzle the top of the chicken generously with olive oil to promote browning and keep the meat moist.
  9. Bake the Chicken. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes. Halfway through baking, baste the chicken generously with the pan juices to enhance moisture and flavor. After baking, baste again before serving.

Notes

  • Allowing the Boursin cheese to soften makes mixing with spinach easier and more uniform.
  • Slicing and flattening chicken breasts help in quicker cooking and make rolling simpler.
  • Basting with pan juices during baking keeps the chicken moist and flavorful.
  • You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen, but be sure to thaw and drain excess water before mixing.
  • This dish pairs well with a light salad or roasted vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Make sure to use an oven-safe baking dish sized around 8×8 inches to fit all the chicken rolls comfortably.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/chicken-with-boursin-cheese-and-spinach-recipe/