Boursin Orzo Bake with Chicken, Cherry Tomatoes, and Spinach Recipe
A creamy, comforting Boursin Orzo Bake featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and rich Boursin garlic & herb cheese all baked together for an easy, flavorful one-pan meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
Vegetables & Cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin garlic & herb cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Dry & Pantry
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the orzo and chicken dish.
- Brown Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Toast Garlic and Orzo: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then stir in the uncooked orzo and toast it for 1 minute to bring out its nutty flavor.
- Simmer Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth, bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the diced zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes. Nestle the Boursin garlic & herb cheese in the center of the pan.
- Add Chicken and Bake Covered: Return the browned chicken to the skillet and gently mix slightly to combine ingredients. Cover the skillet with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the foil, stir in the baby spinach and Parmesan cheese if using. Continue to bake uncovered for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the orzo is tender and the dish is creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot and enjoy your creamy Boursin Orzo Bake!
Notes
- Use either chicken breasts or thighs based on preference for juiciness and flavor.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds an extra layer of cheesy flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, omit chicken and use vegetable broth, adding extra vegetables or plant-based protein.
- The dish hydrates the orzo during baking, so no pre-cooking the pasta is needed.
- Use an oven-safe skillet to seamlessly go from stovetop to oven.
- Fresh herbs like basil or parsley brighten the dish with fresh flavor at the end.
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