{"id":"8e42799d-3546-4a80-8372-de753039d7b3","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/8e42799d-3546-4a80-8372-de753039d7b3","source_url":"https://www.saltandlavender.com/boursin-chicken/","title":"Boursin Chicken","description":"This easy Boursin chicken recipe comes together quickly with a handful of everyday ingredients and has a deliciously creamy and cheesy herb sauce!","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT20M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://www.saltandlavender.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/boursin-chicken-recipe-3.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 large chicken breasts","item":"large chicken breasts","quantity":2},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Salt & pepper (to taste)","item":"Salt & pepper","preparation":"to taste"},{"text":"1 tablespoon olive oil","item":"olive oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon butter","item":"butter","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1/2 medium onion (chopped)","item":"medium onion","quantity":0.5,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"3/4 cup chicken broth ((use low sodium if sensitive to salt))","item":"chicken broth ((use low sodium if sensitive to salt))","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese (softened)","item":"Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese","quantity":1,"unit":"package","preparation":"softened","metric_alternate":{"quantity":5.2,"unit":"oz"}},{"text":"1-2 tablespoons chopped parsley (to taste, optional)","item":"chopped parsley","quantity":1,"quantity_max":2,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"to taste, optional"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to get 4 thinner pieces. Season them with the garlic powder and some salt & pepper."},{"number":2,"text":"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."},{"number":3,"text":"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."},{"number":4,"text":"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."},{"number":5,"text":"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."},{"number":6,"text":"Season with salt & pepper if needed (I find the sauce fairly salty when using regular broth) and serve immediately."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:59:36.586934+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:59:36.586934+00:00"}