One-Pan Creamy Tomato Boursin Chicken

Tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato–herb cream sauce

This One-Pan Creamy Tomato Boursin Chicken is the perfect blend of cozy comfort and restaurant-style flavor. Tender chicken cutlets are seared to golden perfection, then nestled into a velvety sauce made with fire-roasted tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and creamy Boursin cheese. It’s the kind of easy healthy recipe that feels elevated enough to be a fall dinner idea, yet simple enough for busy weeknights. Fresh spinach and chives add brightness, making every bite warm, creamy, and full of satisfying flavor.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4

📝 Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) fire roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 (5 ounce) package soft cheese such as Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs, cut into cubes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 4 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress free.

• Large skillet
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Tongs
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or spatula

Step by Step Beginner Friendly Instructions

1. Slice the chicken breasts across the grain to create even cutlets. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When the butter melts, swirl the pan to combine.
3. Add the chicken and lightly brown 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. 🔥
4. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook 2 minutes.
5. Increase heat to medium high. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Pour in the white wine or chicken broth. Stir and cook about 2 minutes, until most of the liquid evaporates.
7. Reduce heat to low. Add fire roasted tomatoes, Boursin cheese cubes, and Italian seasoning. Stir occasionally for 5 minutes, until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
8. Stir in the chopped spinach until it wilts. 😍
9. Return the chicken and any juices to the skillet, coating both sides with the sauce. Cook until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
10. Garnish with fresh minced chives before serving. 🌿

💡 Pro Tips

• Cutting chicken into thin cutlets ensures quick, even cooking.
• If using wine, choose a dry variety like Sauvignon Blanc for the best flavor.
• Boursin melts beautifully, but stir slowly to keep the sauce ultra creamy.
• Add mushrooms or sundried tomatoes for tasty variations.
• Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of sauce.

📊 Nutrition Table (Estimated)

🍽️ Conclusion

This One-Pan Creamy Tomato Boursin Chicken is rich, comforting, and bursting with herb-infused flavor. With its silky sauce, tender chicken, and fresh greens, it transforms simple ingredients into a deliciously satisfying dinner. Add it to your weekly rotation and savor every creamy, cozy bite!

Creamy Tomato Boursin Chicken

Tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato-herb cream sauce, making for a comforting and flavorful one-pan dinner.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 455 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth Use dry wine like Sauvignon Blanc for best flavor.
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) fire roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 (5 ounce) package soft cheese such as Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs, cut into cubes Boursin melts beautifully.
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 4 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives For garnish.

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Slice the chicken breasts across the grain to create even cutlets. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
• Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When the butter melts, swirl the pan to combine.
• Add the chicken and lightly brown 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
• In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for 2 minutes.
• Increase heat to medium high. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
• Pour in the white wine or chicken broth. Stir and cook about 2 minutes, until most of the liquid evaporates.
• Reduce heat to low. Add fire roasted tomatoes, Boursin cheese cubes, and Italian seasoning. Stir occasionally for 5 minutes, until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
• Stir in the chopped spinach until it wilts.
• Return the chicken and any juices to the skillet, coating both sides with the sauce. Cook until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
• Garnish with fresh minced chives before serving.

Notes

Cutting chicken into thin cutlets ensures quick, even cooking. Add mushrooms or sundried tomatoes for tasty variations. Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of sauce.

Keyword Comfort Food, Creamy Chicken, Easy Recipe, One-Pan Dinner, Tomato Boursin Chicken