Boursin Orzo with Chicken
Creamy, comforting, and quick to make, this Boursin Orzo with Chicken is a one-pan dinner packed with garlic herb flavor, spinach, and juicy chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 package Boursin cheese Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor (5.2 oz)
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese optional, grated
- fresh parsley optional, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sear for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, toast orzo for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add chicken broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 8–10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Boursin cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted, 1–2 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet to warm through. Garnish with Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Notes
Creamy, comforting, and quick to make, this Boursin Orzo with Chicken is a one-pan dinner packed with garlic herb flavor, spinach, and juicy chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights!