Creamy Boursin Chicken – Ready in 25 Minutes

Creamy Boursin Chicken is a quick, easy meal that’s better than takeout. After making it many times, I’ve perfected the creamy, garlic herb sauce. The chicken is golden, juicy, and cooked in just one pan. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Olive Tapenade and Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles.

What You'll Need for Creamy Boursin Chicken – Ready in 25 Minutes

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 oz Boursin cheese (garlic & herb)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped
• Optional: Red pepper flakes (optional)

How to Make Creamy Boursin Chicken – Ready in 25 Minutes

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and Boursin cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!

Storing & Reheating Creamy Boursin Chicken – Ready in 25 Minutes

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the chicken and sauce ahead of time. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Freezing Creamy Boursin Chicken – Ready in 25 Minutes

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C), place chicken in an oven-safe dish with some sauce, and heat for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Heat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, until warmed through. Stir halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the skillet before adding the cream and cheese.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the Boursin cheese with cream cheese and add extra herbs for flavor.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes. If it's too thick, add a splash of milk or chicken broth.

Creamy Boursin Chicken – Ready in 25 Minutes

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

15 mins

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Total

25 mins

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Serves

2 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 oz Boursin cheese (garlic & herb)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings

• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and Boursin cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the skillet before adding the cream and cheese.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the Boursin cheese with cream cheese and add extra herbs for flavor.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes. If it's too thick, add a splash of milk or chicken broth.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C), place chicken in an oven-safe dish with some sauce, and heat for 15-20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Heat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, until warmed through. Stir halfway through.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the chicken and sauce ahead of time. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 580
• Protein: 42g
• Fat: 45g
• Carbs: 5g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 650mg
• Cholesterol: 170mg
• Sat. Fat: 25g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Boursin Chicken – Ready in 25 Minutes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!