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Creamy Boursin Chicken Pasta

A delightful and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and rich Boursin cheese sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce Base
  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 package Boursin cheese (5.2 oz)
Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups baby spinach (optional) Can be added for extra nutrition
  • to taste salt and pepper For seasoning
  • for garnish fresh parsley Optional garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Sautéing the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken, seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Reduce the heat to low, and add the Boursin cheese and heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked fettuccine and chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. If using, stir in the baby spinach until it wilts.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your creamy delight!

Notes

For an enhanced dining experience, pair with garlic bread and a mixed green salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat over low heat, adding a splash of milk or cream as necessary.