Baked Boursin Pasta with Chicken

Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Baked Boursin Pasta with Chicken. This dish combines the rich flavors of herby Boursin cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, and perfectly seasoned chicken to create a comforting and elegant meal that can be enjoyed any night of the week. Ideal for impressing dinner guests or elevating a family meal, this recipe brings gourmet flavors without the fuss.

Ingredients

For the Pasta:

🍅 2 lb cherry tomatoes (halved or whole)

🧅 1 medium onion (diced)

🧄 4 cloves garlic (minced)

🌿 1 teaspoon oregano

🌶 1 teaspoon chili flakes

🧂 1.5 teaspoons salt

🫒 1/3 cup olive oil

🧀 2 packs garlic and fine herbs Boursin cream cheese

🍝 1 lb pasta (boiled for 8-10 minutes)

🧀 Parmesan cheese (for garnish)

For the Chicken:

🍗 2 chicken breasts

🧄 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

🧅 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

🌶 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

🌶 1/2 teaspoon paprika

🌿 1/2 teaspoon oregano

🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt

🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1- Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2- Prepare the Pasta Base:

• In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, diced onion, minced garlic, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and olive oil.

• Stir well.

• Nestle the Boursin cheese into the center of the mixture.

• Set aside to prepare the chicken.

3- Season the Chicken:

• Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

• Place the chicken breasts on the tray.

• In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, oregano, and salt.

• Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts and rub the spice mixture evenly on both sides.

4- Bake:

• Place both the pasta and chicken trays in the oven.

• Bake the chicken for 22-25 minutes, or until its internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

• Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

• Bake the tomato and Boursin mixture for 35 minutes.

• Once baked, stir well to combine it into a creamy sauce.

5- Combine and Serve:

• Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy tomato and Boursin mixture until evenly coated.

• Arrange sliced chicken on top and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 4-6

Calories per Serving: Approximately 600

Equipment: Baking dish, baking tray, parchment paper, small mixing bowl

Proteins, Fats, and Carbohydrates per Serving:

• Protein: 40g

• Fat: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 50g

Cooking Tips

• Ensure chicken is at room temperature before cooking for even baking.

• Add fresh basil or parsley for an extra burst of flavor.

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Baked Boursin Pasta with Chicken