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Boursin Chicken Pasta

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A quick and creamy pasta dish featuring Boursin cheese and tender chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or farfalle)
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 to 1¼ lb total)
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 cup Boursin cheese (garlic & herb recommended)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, reserving a small cup of pasta water, and set the pasta aside.
  2. Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6–7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. Return the skillet to medium heat and pour in 1 cup chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in 1 cup Boursin cheese until it melts into a smooth, creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, thin with a splash of reserved pasta water or extra broth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and 1 cup fresh spinach to the skillet. Toss until coated and the spinach wilts. Return sliced chicken to the pan to warm through for 1 minute.
  6. Serve immediately, topping with grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For a Mediterranean twist, fold in sun-dried tomatoes or olives. Use half Boursin and half Greek yogurt for a lighter option.

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Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/boursin-chicken-pasta/