Boursin Chicken Baked
The Boursin Chicken Baked Ziti blends creamy French Boursin cheese with Italian pasta perfection. It’s a flavorful, velvety, and golden-baked dish packed with herbed chicken, garlic, and melted cheese. This recipe offers comfort and class in every bite — simple to prepare yet decadent to taste.
Ingredients
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cook ziti according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, add chicken, and cook until golden. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat and stir in cream, broth, and Boursin cheese until smooth and melted.
- Add mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Stir until creamy and thickened.
- Combine pasta, chicken, and sauce in a large bowl. Mix to coat evenly.
- Transfer to baking dish and top with extra cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute penne or rigatoni if ziti isn’t available.
- Use Boursin Shallot & Chive for a flavour twist.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for a veggie boost.
- Avoid overcooking the pasta before baking.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.