Herb-Crusted Baked Boursin Chicken Recipe
Herb-Crusted Baked Boursin Chicken features juicy, tender chicken breasts coated with a savory mixture of Boursin cheese, fresh herbs, and crispy panko breadcrumbs. This easy-to-make baked dish combines creamy, cheesy flavors with aromatic parsley, thyme, and rosemary, perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chicken and Cheese
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 package (5.2 oz) Boursin cheese (any flavor)
Bread Crust
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (additional)
- Salt and pepper to taste (additional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Prepare Herb Crust: In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to create the flavorful herb crust mixture.
- Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- Stuff Chicken: Spread an even layer of Boursin cheese over the top side of each chicken breast, spreading it to cover.
- Coat with Herb Mixture: Drizzle olive oil and melted butter over the cheese-topped chicken breasts, then press the breadcrumb herb mixture firmly on top to create a crust.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the prepared chicken breasts on a baking sheet or in a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown and crisp.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after baking. Serve hot with your favorite sides to enjoy this rich, herbaceous dish.
Notes
- Adjust seasonings in the herb crust mixture according to your taste preferences.
- Use any flavor of Boursin cheese to vary the flavor profile of the dish.
- Ensure chicken breasts are of similar size for even cooking.
- If desired, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end to crisp up the crust further, watching carefully to prevent burning.
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