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    Home » Chicken & Poultry

    Boursin Chicken

    Published: Oct 28, 2021 / Updated: May 18, 2023 / 286 Comments

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    This easy Boursin chicken recipe comes together quickly with a handful of everyday ingredients and has a deliciously creamy and cheesy herb sauce!

    Can't get enough Boursin cheese? Try this Ridiculously Easy Boursin Pasta or my Boursin Orzo with Chicken.

    Boursin chicken plated with peas and mashed potatoes

    Why you'll love it

    Ok guys, Boursin cheese might just be my favorite cooking shortcut EVER. Since it's so readily available at grocery stores and tastes delicious, it just makes sense to use it often. It melts beautifully, so it's ideal for transforming into a creamy sauce for pasta or chicken. Or try my Boursin Pork Chops.

    If you were wondering, this post is NOT sponsored. People just love Boursin and for good reason, so I am here to provide recipes for it. You're going to devour this skillet chicken recipe. I feel like it's a well-kept secret how good Boursin cheese is! Totally happy to share it with you, though.

    What does Boursin cheese taste like?

    • It's a soft and light mild cheese that's infused with herbs and garlic. There's a hint of saltiness, a tiny bit of tang, and an overall very satisfying creamy quality. It's easily spreadable, which makes it perfect for melting into this tasty sauce for chicken.

    What you'll need

    • Chicken - we're pan-frying boneless skinless chicken breasts in this recipe
    • Garlic powder - this is added to the chicken itself to infuse flavor. We'll also add a little salt & pepper.
    • Olive oil and butter - essentials for pan-frying the chicken to make it golden brown
    • Onion - one of my favorite foundational ingredients for any sauce
    • Chicken broth - it's a simple way to enhance flavor in sauces instead of just using water
    • Boursin cheese - the star of the show! I recommend taking the Boursin out of the fridge about 30 minutes or so prior to starting the recipe so it melts into the sauce more easily
    • Fresh parsley - I can't resist adding a pop of freshness with a little bit of parsley
    Boursin cheese on a marble backdrop

    Tools for this recipe

    Check out Natasha's favorite kitchen essentials, gadgets, and cookware!

    • Chicken is cooked through at 165F. Easily measure the temperature with an instant read meat thermometer.
    • A cooking spoon that doesn't scratch the surface of your pan is always handy for stirring the sauce.
    • Angled measuring cups are perfect for measuring out the broth and other liquids.
    • This Le Creuset cast iron skillet is the one I used.

    How to make Boursin chicken

    This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

    pan frying chicken and sauteing onions

    Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make 4 thinner pieces, and season them with garlic powder and salt & pepper. Pan fry them until they're cooked through and golden, then transfer to a plate. Add the onions to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes.

    making boursin sauce in a skillet and adding in chicken

    Pour in the chicken broth and add the Boursin. Stir until the sauce is smooth, and let it reduce for 5 minutes. Add the chicken back to the skillet along with some fresh parsley, and let it warm through. So easy!

    Substitutions and variations

    • You could add in some fresh spinach towards the end of the cooking time to sneak in some greens.
    • The Boursin sauce is fairly salty, so you could sub in a low-sodium chicken broth if you're sensitive to salt.
    • I used the original Boursin cheese, but some of their other flavors could work too if you want to try! They've got lots of creative varieties.
    close-up of Boursin chicken in a skillet

    What to serve with Boursin chicken

    • You can't go wrong with Mashed Potatoes. Rice or pasta will work too.
    • You could also serve it with essentially any vegetable side dish, like these Easy Glazed Carrots or Easy Roasted Cauliflower.
    • Or serve it with a side salad. Try making a simple green salad with this Homemade Ranch Dressing, or make this Parmesan Arugula Salad!

    Leftovers and storage

    • It's best fresh, but you can store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
    • Reheat in a small saucepan over a low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
    • We don't recommend freezing leftovers of this recipe.

    More delicious chicken recipes to try

    • Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
    • Easy Honey Mustard Chicken
    • Creamy Sherry Chicken
    • Cheddar Bacon Ranch Cream Cheese Chicken
    • Sour Cream and Onion Chicken
    creamy Boursin chicken in a white cast iron skillet

    Questions about this Boursin chicken recipe? Let me know in the comments below, and please leave a review and star rating! You can also find me on Instagram.

    Boursin chicken plated with peas and mashed potatoes

    Boursin Chicken

    This easy Boursin chicken recipe comes together quickly with a handful of everyday ingredients and has a deliciously creamy and cheesy herb sauce!
    4.87 from 107 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 347 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 large chicken breasts
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • Salt & pepper to taste
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1/2 medium onion chopped
    • 3/4 cup chicken broth (use low sodium if sensitive to salt)
    • 1 (5.2 oz/150g) package Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese softened
    • 1-2 tablespoons chopped parsley to taste, optional

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to get 4 thinner pieces. Season them with the garlic powder and some salt & pepper.
    • Add the oil and butter to a skillet over medium-high heat and let it heat up for a few minutes. Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes/side or until cooked through, then transfer it to a plate.
    • To the skillet, add the onions and sauté for about 5 minutes or until softened and lightly browned. If the pan seems dry, add a small splash more olive oil.
    • Add the chicken broth and the Boursin cheese to the skillet. Stir until you've got a smooth sauce. Let it bubble for 5 minutes, then stir in the chopped parsley if using.
    • Add the chicken (and any plate juices) back into the skillet and let it warm through for a couple of minutes. The sauce should be thicker by now (you can always cook it a bit longer if need be). If it's too thick, you can add another splash of chicken broth.
    • Season with salt & pepper if needed (I find the sauce fairly salty when using regular broth) and serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Chicken is cooked when an instant read thermometer reads 165F when inserted into the thickest part.
    • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 347kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 27gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 547mgPotassium: 484mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 588IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword chicken with Boursin sauce, creamy Boursin chicken
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    1. candace says

      May 30, 2023 at 10:44 AM

      Thanks for all the yummy recipes. Can I use spreadable cream cheese in place of the Boursin cheese?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 30, 2023 at 5:28 PM

        You're very welcome! I've only tested with Boursin, but I think it's worth a try. Let me know!

        Reply
    2. Just me says

      May 22, 2023 at 4:16 PM

      5 stars
      Enjoyed by all!
      I added half white wine and half chicken broth to keep the salt under control .
      I threw in a few grape tomatoes and some quartered artichoke hearts to add color and texture. Delicious! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 22, 2023 at 6:08 PM

        Excellent! You're very welcome!

        Reply
    3. Sharon says

      May 13, 2023 at 4:37 PM

      Added some tarragon and it was delish.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 13, 2023 at 10:55 PM

        Great idea!

        Reply
    4. Kerri Strupp says

      May 12, 2023 at 4:56 PM

      5 stars
      This is so simple and a hit for the whole family! You can change the flavor with different flavor Boursin.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 13, 2023 at 9:41 AM

        Fantastic! Thanks, Kerri! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Christine says

      May 12, 2023 at 3:46 AM

      5 stars
      LOVE this!! Made it for the family and even my pickiest eater had rave reviews after cleaning his plate. This will definitely be added to the regular rotation.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 12, 2023 at 10:55 AM

        I'm thrilled he enjoyed it!! 🙂 Thank you!

        Reply
    6. Kathy says

      May 10, 2023 at 5:15 PM

      5 stars
      This was DELICIOUS. I added some sliced mushrooms with the onions. It’s going into our rotation for sure!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 10, 2023 at 5:20 PM

        Yay!! Thanks for your review, Kathy! 😀

        Reply
    7. Diana Melnyk says

      May 10, 2023 at 4:49 PM

      I added extra Boursin I had in the fridge with the new whole one and an extra 1/4 c chicken boullion. It was very runny so must've been too much liquid.

      Reply
    8. Marion says

      April 30, 2023 at 4:05 PM

      5 stars
      Wow! Excellent flavours and easy preparation.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 30, 2023 at 4:07 PM

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    9. Mari says

      April 30, 2023 at 7:59 AM

      5 stars
      I had everything on hand and whipped this up like I knew what I was doing. Thanks to you! Perfect meal & sooo quick to put together. After tasting, I did however added mushrooms as I didn’t want them to spoil & it did not change the taste only the texture. Beautiful food & presentation.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 30, 2023 at 9:58 AM

        I'm so glad it was a hit, Mari!! 😀 Thanks so much for your review!

        Reply
    10. Sarah says

      April 29, 2023 at 4:26 PM

      5 stars
      We love this dish!! I used minced onion to save a few minutes, which worked well. I toss cooked broccoli in the sauce, and the kids gobble it up!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 30, 2023 at 9:56 AM

        I'm thrilled to hear it, Sarah!

        Reply
    11. Linda Arnold says

      April 28, 2023 at 9:17 AM

      This is absolutely one of the best chicken recipes I've ever made. I did add mushrooms though, because I love 'em in everything. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 28, 2023 at 9:30 AM

        I'm so glad to hear it, Linda!! Mushrooms are definitely a great addition! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Maggie says

      April 24, 2023 at 5:32 PM

      5 stars
      So good! My whole family enjoyed this even my picky eater. Didn’t have any leftovers. And easy to make. Definitely a keeper

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 24, 2023 at 6:31 PM

        Fantastic!! Thank you!!

        Reply
      • Tara says

        April 27, 2023 at 4:20 PM

        Amazing recipe! Thank you for sharing.. love. I added mushrooms with onion because I love mushrooms 😄 so delish!

        Reply
        • Natasha says

          April 27, 2023 at 5:44 PM

          So happy you enjoyed it! 🙂

          Reply
    13. Marne Holstein says

      April 23, 2023 at 5:22 PM

      5 stars
      Love Love Love!! Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 23, 2023 at 5:32 PM

        You're very welcome!! 😀

        Reply
    14. Erin says

      April 23, 2023 at 3:04 PM

      5 stars
      So good…would order this at a restaurant!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 23, 2023 at 3:07 PM

        Fantastic!! So pleased you enjoyed it, Erin! 😀

        Reply
    15. Jen says

      April 23, 2023 at 3:00 PM

      5 stars
      Loved this recipe! It was so simple to throw together and very flavorful! I accidentally overcooked the onions due to kid crisis while cooking but it was still delicious. Even my toddlers scarfed it up! I’m excited to make it again!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 23, 2023 at 3:01 PM

        I'm so happy it was a hit all around, Jen!! 🙂 Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    16. Bea priddle says

      April 17, 2023 at 2:37 PM

      If the sauce is doubled, would you use 2 pkgs of cheese?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 17, 2023 at 2:52 PM

        Yes. I would double everything but the chicken.

        Reply
    17. Sharon says

      April 17, 2023 at 8:15 AM

      I made this last night and it was super easy and tasted incredible. Thank you

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 17, 2023 at 10:41 AM

        You're very welcome! 🙂

        Reply
    18. Karen says

      April 14, 2023 at 2:42 PM

      5 stars
      OMG!!! This was Amazing. Super Delicious! My husband has been bragging to his friends, about what a Great dinner I made. Thank for making me look so good! 😀 Love everything you make.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 14, 2023 at 5:37 PM

        Yay!! I love that!! 😀 Thanks so much, Karen!

        Reply
      • Erika Jordan says

        May 8, 2023 at 11:02 AM

        5 stars
        This recipe is delicious!! My only advice to other readers is take the advice on the broth. Mine did turn out salty, but I used regular broth and seasoned my chicken pretty heavily. So, totally my fault and should have listened! It was was amazing though, and so easy. I even dipped my broccoli that I cooked on the side in the sauce.

        Reply
        • Natasha says

          May 8, 2023 at 11:29 AM

          I'm so glad you liked it, Erika!! 🙂 Thanks for your review! Yup, definitely easy to cut down on the salt next time.

          Reply
    19. Barbara Mercer says

      April 11, 2023 at 3:29 PM

      4 stars
      This recipe was really good with just a few ingredients. Goof for a weekday meal.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 11, 2023 at 5:55 PM

        Thank you!!

        Reply
    20. Bea priddle says

      April 11, 2023 at 7:37 AM

      If doubling the recipe, would you use 2 pkgs of cheese ?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 11, 2023 at 11:05 AM

        I would.

        Reply
    21. Ann says

      April 10, 2023 at 6:52 AM

      5 stars
      Quick, easy and thoroughly enjoyed!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 10, 2023 at 10:47 AM

        Wonderful!! Thank you!

        Reply
    22. Judy says

      April 8, 2023 at 6:42 PM

      Sorry, but pretty tasteless. Would not re-make.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 8, 2023 at 6:52 PM

        Sorry you didn't like it, but you're definitely in the minority as this is a huge hit for thousands of readers. Not sure what went wrong. Don't like Boursin? Didn't sear the chicken well enough? Didn't add enough salt?

        Reply
    23. Kimberley says

      April 5, 2023 at 8:37 AM

      5 stars
      This was delish and easy! I was hoping for leftovers, but hubby went back for seconds. Next time I need to make a double batch! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        April 5, 2023 at 1:26 PM

        It's our pleasure! So glad you both enjoyed it, Kimberley.

        Reply
    24. Robin says

      April 2, 2023 at 8:42 AM

      4 stars
      This was pretty good! I added a bit of lemon juice and some dry white wine to the sauce to balance out the heavy garlic flavor. Bf approved haha thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 2, 2023 at 9:38 AM

        I'm glad you two enjoyed it, Robin!!

        Reply
    25. Ann says

      March 29, 2023 at 4:47 AM

      5 stars
      So easy to make and my family loved it. Came together so quick. I added spinach and mushrooms when I cooked the onions. My daughter said “mom this taste like something at a restaurant” Love your recipes. This one is a keeper.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 29, 2023 at 9:28 AM

        That makes me so happy, Ann!! I'm so glad your family enjoyed it. Thanks for your 5-star review!

        Reply
    26. Susan B. says

      March 23, 2023 at 9:14 PM

      5 stars
      Just found this recipe and am looking forward to trying it. Can you tell me how much chicken you used for the recipe, maybe 1-2 pounds? I was curious what the nutritional values included. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 24, 2023 at 8:59 AM

        Hi Susan! It's just an estimate... it's whatever the nutrition calculator decides is the value for 2 chicken breasts. I would agree that it's likely between 1-2 pounds.. probably closer to 1-1.5. I don't put a particular weight in the recipe card since it won't make or break the recipe, and it seems like the packs of chicken breasts at the store always vary in size a bit but are pretty close to that 1-1.5 pounds in general. Hope you enjoy the recipe!

        Reply
    27. L. Lindauer says

      March 22, 2023 at 2:39 PM

      5 stars
      Have made this a couple of times and it's wonderful. So easy and just delicious!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 22, 2023 at 7:28 PM

        Thank you!!

        Reply
    28. Mary Stacey says

      March 22, 2023 at 6:56 AM

      Looks delicious! Did you use boneless skinless chicken breast?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 22, 2023 at 10:52 AM

        Yes. Enjoy!

        Reply
    29. Elizabeth Schartung says

      March 20, 2023 at 2:11 PM

      5 stars
      Great easy weeknight meal! Hubby loved it!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 20, 2023 at 2:14 PM

        I'm thrilled to hear it!

        Reply
    30. GINA BLADES says

      March 20, 2023 at 11:41 AM

      Hi! This sounds yummy. Could we do it in the Crockpot?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 20, 2023 at 11:51 AM

        I have only tested it as written. It's a quick stovetop recipe with seared chicken, so I am not sure how that would work in a slow cooker.

        Reply
    31. Scott says

      March 18, 2023 at 5:21 PM

      5 stars
      Great recipe...very easy, very tasty! We put the Chicken and Sauce over pasta, and thankfully, I had doubled the sauce amount. With 4 people and the pasta, we definitely needed that extra amount of sauce. Everyone loved the meal.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 18, 2023 at 5:53 PM

        SO happy you all enjoyed it, Scott!!

        Reply
    32. Pamela says

      March 18, 2023 at 7:20 AM

      5 stars
      This recipe is so incredibly delicious and easy to make!! Wow!! On repeat in our household because everyone loves it SO much!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 18, 2023 at 11:15 AM

        That's fantastic!! Thanks for letting me know, Pamela!

        Reply
    33. Jackie B. says

      March 16, 2023 at 5:58 PM

      Soooo good and so easy! I sauteed mushrooms with the onion and added them to the sauce and served it all with rice and asparagus. The sauce was so delicious over the rice! Another great recipe-thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 17, 2023 at 11:33 AM

        You're very welcome, Jackie!

        Reply
    34. Jen says

      March 14, 2023 at 5:14 AM

      5 stars
      Delicious chicken and sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and green beans, wish I had some crusty bread for the leftover sauce. Quick and simple enough for any day of the week. Hardly any prep! will make again.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 14, 2023 at 10:48 AM

        Thank you!! 🙂

        Reply
    35. Robin Ann says

      March 11, 2023 at 11:39 AM

      5 stars
      This is so delish! Today I’m making it for the second time. When I made this the first time I couldn’t get packaged Boursin so I made some from a copycat recipe. It turned out so good I opted to do that again. (The copycat recipe makes enough for 2 batches. I just kept it in the fridge and used it a few weeks later. So actually I should say this is the third time I’m making Boursin Chicken!) For the sides I made Cauliflower smashed “potatoes” and green beans. Can’t wait for dinner time, my mouth is watering!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 11, 2023 at 12:08 PM

        I love that! I am now curious about homemade Boursin. Thanks so much for your review!!

        Reply
    36. Barb Freund says

      March 9, 2023 at 9:34 PM

      5 stars
      I made this for dinner tonight, everyone loved it. I had pasta as one of the sides with the sauce from the chicken, delicious. My husband asked for this to be on the regular rotation. Thanks for another great recipe!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 9, 2023 at 9:35 PM

        Thrilled to hear that, Barb!! Thanks for taking the time to write me a 5-star review. 😀

        Reply
    37. Linda H says

      March 8, 2023 at 4:45 PM

      5 stars
      Made tonight! Easy and delicious! I added 8oz sliced mushrooms.

      Served with cafeteria noodles - another good side.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 9, 2023 at 10:13 AM

        Thrilled to hear it!

        Reply
    38. Sarah says

      March 7, 2023 at 7:48 PM

      5 stars
      Very easy and tasty weekday meal to which I added sautéed mushrooms. Served w baked potato

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 8, 2023 at 10:59 AM

        Fantastic!! 🙂

        Reply
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