Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Boursin Orzo with Chicken, a dish that combines tender chicken and orzo pasta enveloped in a luscious garlic and herb cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe will transform your dining experience into a memorable feast, bringing family and friends together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 8 oz Boursin garlic & herb cheese
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Boil salted water in a large pot, add the orzo, and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add Garlic and Spinach: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and spinach; sauté until fragrant and spinach wilts.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Lower heat and mix in chicken broth and Boursin cheese until well combined into a creamy sauce.
- Toss in Orzo: Return the drained orzo to the skillet, stirring gently to coat with the sauce.
- Finish with Parmesan: Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the dish before serving, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg