Boursin Orzo with Chicken: A Creamy French-Inspired Comfort Dish

This elevated comfort dish combines tender orzo pasta and juicy chicken with creamy Boursin cheese for a restaurant-worthy meal that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

The combination of herb-infused Boursin cheese, perfectly cooked orzo, and succulent chicken creates a luxurious dish that feels fancy but comes together in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Orzo

  • 1 pound orzo pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 packages (5.2 oz each) Boursin Garlic & Herb cheese
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the Chicken

  1. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
  2. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat
  3. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through
  4. Remove and set aside

Prepare the Orzo

  1. In same pan, add olive oil and onions
  2. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes
  3. Add garlic, cook 1 minute
  4. Add orzo, toast for 2 minutes

Create the Sauce

  1. Add chicken broth and cream
  2. Crumble in Boursin cheese
  3. Simmer until orzo is tender (about 10-12 minutes)
  4. Stir frequently to prevent sticking

Finish the Dish

  1. Return chicken to pan
  2. Add spinach and Parmesan
  3. Stir until spinach wilts
  4. Garnish with fresh basil

Pro Tips

  • Use room temperature Boursin for smoother melting
  • Toast the orzo for extra flavor
  • Reserve some pasta water just in case
  • Stir frequently to prevent orzo from sticking

Variations

  • Add sun-dried tomatoes
  • Swap spinach for kale
  • Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep
  • Add mushrooms for extra umami

Storage Tips

  • Keeps in refrigerator for 3-4 days
  • Add splash of cream when reheating
  • Not recommended for freezing
  • Best served fresh

Final Note

This Boursin Orzo with Chicken is the perfect blend of comfort and sophistication. It’s creamy, satisfying, and sure to become a new favorite!

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