Description
Enjoy this Creamy Chicken Boursin Orzo Bake, combining tender chunks of chicken, creamy Boursin cheese, and orzo pasta, all baked together for a comforting and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin garlic and herb cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and thyme, and cook until browned.
- Cook orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked orzo, chicken, Boursin cheese, spinach, chicken broth, and cherry tomatoes.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Substitute spinach with kale or add mushrooms for additional flavor and nutrients.
- Ensure all ingredients are well combined to distribute the Boursin cheese evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg