Description
Experience the culinary delight of Boursin Orzo with Chicken, a one-pan wonder that combines tender chicken and orzo pasta enveloped in a creamy, herbed Boursin cheese sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, bringing rich flavors and impressive presentation to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor)
- Fresh spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; sear for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, toast orzo for 1-2 minutes. Add chicken broth and simmer covered for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Reduce heat; stir in heavy cream and Boursin cheese until smooth.
- Add spinach; cook until wilted (1-2 minutes). Return chicken to combine and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (around 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 118mg