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I wanna tell you about my go-to One-Skillet Boursin Chicken! It's amazing how this meal turns basic ingredients into something that feels fancy in just half an hour. The velvety Boursin sauce is absolutely incredible and pairs wonderfully with all kinds of proteins.
Dinner Enchantment
What's really cool about this dish is how fancy it tastes while being dead simple to make. The whole thing happens in a single pan so there's way less washing up afterward and that sauce wow that sauce! It's just what you need when you want something impressive but don't feel like spending your whole evening cooking.
Grab These Items
- Avocado Oil: Great for high-heat cooking when searing your chicken.
- Thin-Cut Chicken Breasts: Cooks quickly and stays juicy throughout.
- Mustard Powder: Gives a nice background flavor kick.
- Garlic Powder: Boosts the savory taste of your chicken.
- Oregano and Dried Parsley: Adds herby flavors for better taste.
- Salt and Pepper: Add to your liking but remember the sauce has salt too.
- Butter: Makes everything richer and creamier.
- Shallot and Garlic: The fragrant foundation of your sauce.
- Dry White Wine: Brings tang and complexity or swap for chicken broth if you prefer.
- Chicken Broth: Mixes with cheese for a smooth dreamy sauce.
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: Adds depth and slight thickness to your sauce.
- Half and Half: Creates the creamy base or go for heavy cream if you want extra richness.
- Boursin Cheese: The star ingredient that makes this dish special.
- Fresh Thyme: Sprinkle at the end for extra flavor pop and looks.
Ready Set Cook
- Get Your Chicken Ready
- Take thin-cut chicken breasts and coat them with salt, pepper, mustard powder, garlic powder, oregano, and dried parsley. Pour oil into a non-stick pan over medium-high heat, then cook the chicken till done, roughly 3-5 minutes each side. Set aside but keep warm.
- Cook Your Flavor Base
- Using that same pan, drop in butter and cook your chopped shallots and garlic until they're soft and clear, about 3 minutes.
- Scrape Up the Good Stuff
- Pour in your white wine while scraping the pan bottom to get all those tasty bits. Let it bubble until it's half gone, around 3 minutes.
- Make It Creamy
- Pour in chicken broth and add Boursin cheese, stirring until everything melts into a thick sauce. Mix in your Parmesan, half and half, fresh thyme, and dried parsley. Let it gently bubble for 5 minutes.
- Finish and Enjoy
- Put the chicken back in, coat it with sauce, and warm it through. Serve with whatever sides you love.
Storage Smarts
This chicken works amazingly for planned meals! It stays good in your fridge for 3-4 days and you can even stick it in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you warm it up just throw in a bit of chicken broth to keep the sauce nice and smooth.
Tasty Twists
I'm always playing around with this dish! Switch chicken for steak or salmon or toss in some fresh spinach right at the end. Try different Boursin flavors for completely new meals and chicken thighs are super tasty in this too.
Smart Shortcuts
Take the Boursin out of the fridge early for the creamiest sauce. Always use freshly grated Parmesan it tastes way better! And flatten those chicken breasts so they're all the same thickness they'll cook much more evenly that way.
Serve With
The sauce goes incredibly well with mashed potatoes or rice they soak up all that yummy creaminess. When I want something lighter I'll have it with oven-roasted veggies and when I'm treating myself it's fantastic on top of some pasta!
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Common Questions
- → What can I substitute for Boursin cheese?
Don't have Boursin? Try mixing 4 ounces of soft cream cheese with 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder and dried herbs, plus a bit of salt. This makes a good stand-in that works nearly as well.
- → What type of white wine works best?
Go for dry whites you'd happily drink, like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio. Need to skip alcohol? Just use more chicken broth with a tiny splash of white wine vinegar instead.
- → Can I make this ahead of time?
It's tastiest when fresh, but you can make the sauce earlier and warm it up gently later. Cook your chicken right before eating for the best taste. You might need to add a splash more cream when reheating the sauce.
- → What sides go well with this dish?
This rich sauce tastes amazing with mashed potatoes, plain rice, or your favorite pasta. Add some roasted veggies or a simple green salad to round out your meal. You can even drizzle extra sauce over your sides.
- → Why use thin-cut chicken breasts?
Thin chicken cooks fast and stays juicy throughout. Got regular thick breasts? Just slice them in half or pound them flat for even cooking and better results.
Final Thoughts
This single-pan Boursin chicken dish delivers a swift and fancy dinner option. With its velvety, herb-rich sauce and perfectly cooked chicken, you'll enjoy a wonderful meal ready in just 30 minutes.