Description
A cozy, flavorful chicken dish featuring a creamy garlic herb Boursin cheese crust, ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners that feel special.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680g), thin-cut or pounded to even thickness
- 4 oz (115g) Boursin cheese, garlic and herb flavor
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (about 8g)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (about 1g)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (60g), Japanese-style preferred
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to about ½-inch thickness. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a medium bowl, combine Boursin cheese, chopped parsley, thyme, and panko breadcrumbs. Mix well until crumbly and evenly combined.
- Lightly brush the top side of each chicken breast with olive oil. Spread a generous layer of the Boursin herb mixture over the oiled side, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Place chicken breasts crust-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and crust is golden and crispy.
- Let chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
Notes
Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for uniform cooking. Press crust firmly to prevent falling off. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. Start checking chicken at 15 minutes to avoid drying out. Can assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 8 hours before baking. For gluten-free, substitute panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed crackers. To get extra crispy crust, brush with olive oil and optionally broil 1-2 minutes at the end.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 38
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