Introduction

This Flavorful Boursin Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe combines tender chicken with a creamy, herby cheese filling. It’s an elegant yet simple dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Four large golden-brown chicken breasts with a crispy, seasoned top layer are cooked in a black skillet. Each chicken breast is sliced open and stuffed with a creamy white filling mixed with leafy green spinach, showing three clear layers: the browned outer chicken, the creamy cheese layer, and the textured green spinach in the center. Small green herbs are sprinkled over the chicken, adding a fresh touch. The skillet sits on a white marbled surface with a soft light highlighting the juicy texture of the dish. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (8-9 ounces each)
Salt and pepper to your liking
3 tablespoons olive oil (use in parts)
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
3 minced garlic cloves
2 cups fresh baby spinach, tightly packed
1 (5.2-ounce) package of Boursin garlic & fine herbs cheese, softened
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon Italian herb mix
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, but suggested)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F and position the oven rack in the middle. Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast without slicing all the way through. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and lightly browned. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, stirring often. Remove from heat but keep the contents in the skillet.
Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine the softened Boursin cheese, shredded mozzarella, Italian herb mix, red pepper flakes, and the sautéed spinach mixture. Mix thoroughly to create the stuffing.
Step 4: Spoon the cheese and spinach filling evenly into the pockets of each chicken breast. Secure the openings with two toothpicks each. Don’t worry if some filling spills out during cooking—it adds great flavor to the pan sauce.
Step 5: Add the remaining olive oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high. Once hot, add the stuffed chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes on one side. Flip gently using tongs and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side.
Step 6: Transfer the skillet with the seared chicken to the preheated oven. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove the toothpicks and enjoy the pan juices poured over mashed potatoes or rice.

Tips & Variations

For a milder flavor, omit the red pepper flakes, or add more for extra heat.
Try substituting fresh kale for spinach if preferred.
If you don’t have Boursin cheese, cream cheese mixed with garlic powder and herbs makes a good alternative.
Use toothpicks carefully and remove them before serving to avoid any accidents.

Storage

Store leftover stuffed chicken breasts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a microwave or oven until warmed through. Avoid overcooking during reheating to keep the chicken juicy.

How to Serve

A close-up image of a dish showing a thick, golden-brown chicken breast on top, with a crispy, seasoned skin that has small green herb bits sprinkled on it. Beneath the chicken is a creamy layer of melted cheese mixed with dark green spinach, which looks soft and lightly wilted. The cheese is gooey and slightly stretched, oozing out from under the chicken, resting on a white marbled surface under the food. The dish is served in a black pan, highlighting the vibrant colors of the chicken and spinach cheese mixture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the chicken ahead of time?

Yes, you can stuff the chicken breasts up to a day in advance and keep them covered in the refrigerator. Sear and bake them just before serving for best results.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe contains no gluten ingredients and is safe for a gluten-free diet as long as the cheese and seasoning brands used do not contain gluten.