Description
Indulge in the creamy and herby goodness of Boursin Orzo with Chicken. This delightful dish features tender orzo pasta enveloped in rich Boursin cheese, complemented by juicy chicken and fresh spinach. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests, every bite offers a burst of flavors that evoke fond memories of family gatherings. Easy to prepare yet elegant enough for special occasions, this recipe promises to become a new favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz Boursin cheese (any flavor)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente.
- In the skillet with the chicken, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh spinach to wilt, then add Boursin cheese, mixing well to create a creamy sauce.
- Slice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, add it back to the skillet along with drained orzo, and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture. Stir well until everything is heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra spinach or grated Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like sun-dried tomatoes or bell peppers. Store leftovers in an airtight container; they will last up to three days in the fridge.