Description
Succulent chicken embraces creamy Boursin sauce with garlic and fine herbs, creating a French-inspired culinary masterpiece. Elegant simplicity meets rich flavor, promising a delightful dining experience you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680 grams)
Cooking Fats and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
Seasonings and Cheese:
- 1 package (5.2 ounces or 147 grams) Boursin Cheese with Garlic and Fine Herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat chicken breasts with a blend of salt, pepper, and optional paprika, ensuring uniform seasoning across both surfaces.
- Warm olive oil or butter in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature. Expertly sear chicken until a rich golden-brown develops, approximately 4-5 minutes per side. Remove chicken, keeping it slightly undercooked.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium and deglaze with chicken broth, vigorously scraping accumulated caramelized remnants to intensify flavor profile. Incorporate heavy cream and Boursin cheese, whisking diligently until sauce transforms into a velvety, homogeneous texture.
- Gently reintroduce chicken breasts into the luxurious sauce, allowing them to nestle comfortably. Cover and simmer, permitting chicken to complete cooking and absorb sauce’s delicate nuances, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Verify chicken has reached safe internal temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer. Transfer chicken and its accompanying sauce onto serving plates.
- Enhance presentation by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley across the dish, creating a vibrant visual and aromatic finish. Serve immediately to preserve temperature and sauce consistency.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is at room temperature before cooking to promote even searing and prevent dryness.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness, avoiding overcooking which can make chicken tough and rubbery.
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk for lighter versions or dairy-free alternatives.
- Choose different herb variations like Boursin with roasted garlic or pepper to customize sauce flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 682 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 159 mg