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Boursin Orzo with Chicken

Boursin orzo with chicken in a skillet topped with fresh basil and Parmesan
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This creamy Boursin orzo with chicken is a quick and elegant one-pan meal ready in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken and orzo are coated in a rich garlic herb Boursin cheese sauce for the ultimate easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2½ cups chicken broth, low sodium preferred
  • 5.2 ounces Boursin cheese, garlic and herb flavor
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet over medium heat, cook diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add dry orzo to the skillet and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes, until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed. Add extra broth in 1/4 cup increments if orzo becomes too dry.
  5. Crumble Boursin cheese into the skillet and stir until melted and creamy. Add spinach and cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach is wilted.
  6. Add cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine. Heat through for 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
  7. Season with additional salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Stir the orzo every 2-3 minutes while it cooks to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • If the orzo becomes too thick, add extra chicken broth in 1/4 cup increments until desired consistency is reached.
  • Garlic and herb Boursin works best but shallot and chive is a great alternative.
  • For extra depth, add a splash of white wine after cooking the garlic before adding the orzo.
  • Freezing is not recommended as orzo changes texture after thawing.

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