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
- 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 2 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium high. Add the garlic and cook 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. 🌿
💡 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)
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 plate | ~455 | 38g | 10g | 28g | 2g | 4g |
🍽️ 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
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.
