This creamy pasta bake features tender chicken, herby Boursin cheese, and bubbling golden edges. It’s rich, comforting, and easy to prepare in just one pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 oz rigatoni or penne pasta
1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin Garlic & Herb cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups baby spinach (optional)
1/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook pasta until slightly underdone. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken with salt and pepper until golden. Set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
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Lower heat and stir in Boursin, cream, and broth. Whisk until smooth.
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Return chicken to the pan. Add pasta and spinach if using. Stir to combine.
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Transfer to a baking dish, top with Parmesan and breadcrumbs.
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.