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Boursin Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

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This Boursin Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe features tender boneless skinless chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful mixture of creamy Boursin cheese, mozzarella, sautéed spinach, garlic, and Italian seasoning. The chicken is seared on the stovetop to develop a golden crust and then baked to juicy perfection, making for a deliciously elegant yet easy-to-make dinner that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or rice.

  • Author: Lilya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 (8-9 ounces each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Filling

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, packed
  • 1 (5.2 ounce) package Boursin Fine Herbs & Garlic cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional but recommended)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F and position the oven rack in the middle.
  2. Prepare Chicken Pockets: Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast by slicing horizontally without cutting all the way through. This will hold the filling.
  3. Season Chicken: Generously season each chicken breast with salt and pepper on all sides.
  4. Sauté Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Cook Spinach: Add the fresh baby spinach to the skillet and cook for a few minutes, stirring frequently, until wilted. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  7. Make Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened Boursin cheese, shredded mozzarella, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and the sautéed spinach mixture from the skillet.
  8. Stuff Chicken: Spoon the cheese and spinach filling evenly into each chicken pocket. Secure the openings with two toothpicks per breast to keep the filling inside (some spilling is fine as it will add flavor to the pan sauce).
  9. Sear Chicken: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high heat. When hot, place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook the first side for 5 minutes until golden, then flip and cook the other side for 3 minutes.
  10. Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  11. Serve: Remove toothpicks before serving. Spoon pan juices over the chicken and enjoy with sides like mashed potatoes or rice.

Notes

  • If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, sear the chicken in a regular pan and then transfer to a baking dish before placing in the oven.
  • Make sure not to overstuff the chicken pockets to avoid filling spilling excessively.
  • Use fresh spinach for best flavor and texture; frozen spinach can be substituted but ensure it is thoroughly drained.
  • The crushed red pepper flakes are optional but add a pleasant mild heat and depth of flavor.
  • Resting the chicken after baking helps keep it juicy and allows the flavors to meld.

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