Whip up this incredibly creamy Easy Boursin Chicken Pasta in under 30 minutes! Tender, golden-seared chicken and penne pasta are tossed in a rich, garlic-and-herb Boursin cheese sauce for the ultimate weeknight comfort food.
If you are looking for a dinner that feels fancy but requires absolute minimal effort, this Easy Boursin Chicken Pasta is about to become your new best friend. By using a block of Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin cheese, you essentially get a gourmet, velvety sauce without having to measure out a dozen different herbs and spices. It’s rich, savory, and perfect for those busy weeknights when you still want a comforting, homemade meal.
Ingredients
Pasta: 8 oz (about 2.5 cups) penne pasta (or your favorite short pasta shape)
Chicken: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
Boursin Cheese: 1 package (5.2 oz) Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin cheese
Olive Oil & Butter: 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter (for searing the chicken)
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced (because you can never have too much garlic)
Liquids: 1/2 cup chicken broth and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
Seasonings: 1/2 tsp paprika, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Garnish: Freshly chopped Italian parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne according to the package instructions until it is al dente. Crucial step: Before you drain the pasta, scoop out about a cup of that starchy pasta water and set it aside. Drain the rest of the pasta and set it aside.
2. Sear the Chicken
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season your cubed chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add the chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer. Let it sear without moving it for 3–4 minutes to get that beautiful, golden-brown crust, then toss and cook until it's cooked through (about 6–7 minutes total). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
3. Build the Creamy Boursin Sauce
Turn the heat down to medium. In the same skillet (don't clean out those delicious browned chicken bits!), add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up the flavor from the bottom of the pan.
Next, drop the block of Boursin cheese right into the center. Stir it around gently as it melts into the broth, creating a smooth, rich sauce. If it feels a bit too thick, splash in a little bit of your reserved pasta water.
4. Toss and Serve
Add the cooked penne and the seared chicken (along with any juices on the plate) right back into the skillet. Toss everything together over low heat for a minute or two until every single noodle is coated in that luscious cheese sauce.
Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley, an extra crack of black pepper, and a sprinkle of paprika or red pepper flakes for a pop of color. Serve immediately while it's hot and creamy!
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