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One-Pan Boursin Chicken: The Ultimate Creamy Garlic-Herb Skillet with French-Cheese Excellence

Succulent chicken fillets seasoned with garlic and onion powder, seared to golden perfection in a cast-iron skillet. The pan drippings are then transformed into a luxurious, herb-flecked cream sauce using Boursin cheese and sautéed onions. It’s a sophisticated meal that requires only one pan and 30 minutes of your time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • The Protein: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into 4 fillets).
  • The Seasoning: 1 tsp garlic powder ½ tsp onion powder, salt and black pepper to taste.
  • The Sauté: 2 tbsp butter divided, 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ yellow onion (sliced).
  • The Sauce: 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 pkg (5.2 oz) Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin Cheese.

Method
 

  1. Prep & Season: Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thinner fillets. Season both sides generously with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear: Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Cook the fillets for 5 minutes per side (or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F). Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  3. Aromatics: In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tbsp of butter. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
  4. The Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and add the Boursin cheese. Stir and whisk until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Simmer for 3–4 minutes to let the sauce thicken slightly.
  5. Finish: Return the chicken fillets to the skillet. Spoon the creamy herb sauce over the meat and simmer for another 3–4 minutes to marry the flavors. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Cast Iron Advantage: Using a cast-iron skillet provides a superior sear on the chicken and helps maintain a consistent simmer for the cheese sauce.
  • Sauce Consistency: If the sauce becomes too thick while simmering, simply add an extra splash of chicken broth to reach your desired silkiness.
  • Serving Suggestions: This dish is incredible served over a bed of mashed potatoes, al dente pasta, or even steamed asparagus for a lower-carb option.