Boursin Chicken

Name: Boursin Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 2 tablespoons avocado oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/2 medium onion, diced; 3/4 cup chicken broth; 1 (5.2oz) package Boursin Cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

by KetoFocus.com

5 Stars (3 Reviews) 5 Comments

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Boursin chicken is a one-pot skillet dinner recipe that features chicken breasts cooked to perfection in a creamy, flavorful sauce made with Boursin cheese, creating a simple yet luxurious meal your family will love.

A wooden spoon holding a slice of creamy boursin chicken topped with parsley.

A spoon pouring creamy cheesy onion sauce over the top of cooked chicken breasts sitting on a plate.

A serving platter with cooked, creamy chicken topped with a boursin cheese sauce and chopped parsley.

30 Mins

Nutrition Facts

Servings

489

Calories

27g

Fat

55.1g

Protein

2.9g

Net Carb

3.4g

Total Carbs

This Boursin chicken recipe is an easy weeknight meal your family will want to have on regular rotation. Serve it over your favorite mashed potato replacement or keto noodles so all that glorious sauce gets enjoyed.

A dinner plate with serving of sliced boursin chicken covered in a creamy sauce and lying next to seasoned zucchini noodles.

Tender chicken breasts are pan seared until golden then simmered in a rich, cream sauce made with a surprising ingredient, Boursin cheese.

What is Boursin cheese?

Boursin is a soft, creamy French cheese. It is known for its rich, smooth texture and is flavored with various herbs and aromatics.

What makes this recipe different?

The magic ingredient, Boursin cheese, melts into the sauce. It’s flavor is instantly infused and the soft cheese is transformed into a silky sauce so good, you will want to eat it by the spoonful. Using Boursin cheese is a clever culinary hack that helps any home cook achieve restaurant-quality creamy sauce.
Boursin cheese comes in a variety of flavors, such as Garlic & Fine Herbs, Caramelized Onion or Shallot & Chive. This makes customization easy!
Using only one pot ensures minimal cleanup, making this recipe a practical, delicious option for any day of the week.

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Recipe Details
Similar recipes others love
Variations
Storage information
FAQs
Nutrition information: facts & macronutrients

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Boursin Chicken Ingredients

2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 medium onion, diced
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 (5.2oz) package Boursin Cheese
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Boursin Chicken Directions

STEP

1
Slice into chicken cutlets

Cut the chicken breast in half lengthwise to get 4 thinner cuts of chicken. Hammer them down to even thickness using a meat hammer, rolling pin or meat tenderizer.
Ingredients

2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts
Quick Tip
Sandwich chicken cutlets between plastic wrap when pounding.
STEP

2
Season chicken

Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika.
Ingredients

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika
Quick Tip
Mix seasoning in a small bowl first then sprinkle on both sides.
STEP

3
Sear chicken cutlets

Add oil and butter to a large skillet and heat to medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for about 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked through (until reaches 150°F). Remove and transfer to a plate to set aside.
Ingredients

2 tablespoons avocado oil

1 tablespoon butter
Quick Tip
Chicken will continue cooking when it braises in the sauce.
STEP

4
Caramelize the onion

To the same empty skillet, add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes or until softened and lightly caramelized.
Ingredients

1/2 medium onion, diced
STEP

5
Make Boursin sauce

Stir in chicken broth and Boursin cheese. Mix until the sauce is smooth. Let bubble for 5 minutes.
Ingredients

3/4 cup chicken broth

1 (5.2oz) package Boursin cheese
Quick Tip
Try using Shallot & Chive or Fine Herbs & Garlic Boursin Cheese
STEP

6
Simmer with the sauce

Return chicken and any plate juices to the sauce. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes or until internal temperature of the chicken is 155-160°F. Top with chopped parsley.
Ingredients

2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Quick Tip
Serve over zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice or your favorite keto noodles.

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Variations

Even though I think this Bousin cheese sauce is fantastic, you might find it boring and need to add some excitement to this creamy, flavorful dish or you may have different dietary needs. Here’s some suggestions.

Vegetable add-ins

Adding in vegetables like spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, asparagus or zucchini into the sauce to add pops of color and different flavor.

Protein swaps

I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this chicken recipe; however, chicken thighs can be used instead. Or you can swap out the chicken for a different protein like shrimp, pork, salmon or steak. Add crispy bacon or pancetta to the sauce for a salty, smoky flavor. For a vegetarian option, add in the vegetables suggested above or perhaps tofu.

Experiment with different Boursin flavors

My favorite Boursin cheese flavors for this recipe are the Garlic & Fine Herbs or the Shallot & Chive; however, they have other bold flavors like Fig & Balsamic, Caramelized Onion, Cracked Black Pepper and Black Truffle & Sea Salt.

Sliced boursin chicken on a dinner plate next to a bed of cooked zucchini noodles.

Storage information

Any leftover chicken and sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

You can freeze Boursin chicken in an airtight container or bag for 1-3 months; however, since the sauce is cream based, the sauce may separate after freezing. This may affect the creamy texture of the sauce.

Once thawed, reheating the sauce over the stovetop can help to emulsify the sauce. A splash of water might need to be added to thin out the sauce again.

Boursin Chicken: FAQS

Where do I find Boursin cheese?

Boursin cheese is usually kept in the specialty cheese section of larger grocery stores. It may be found in the regular cheese aisle next to the cream cheese as well.

Can I substitute the Boursin cheese?

If you can't find Boursin cheese, try using cream cheese, Laughing Cow cheese, goat cheese or gorgonzola cheese.

What Boursin cheese is the best?

When it comes making Boursin chicken, I prefer to use the Garlic & Fine Herbs or Shallot & Chives.

Nutritional information & Macros

Amount Per Serving
Calories	489
Fat	27g
Protein	55.1g
Total Carbs	3.4g
Net Carbs	2.9g

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