How to Make the Viral Boursin Cheese Pasta High

May 10, 2023

It's pretty easy to sell me on a cheesy pasta recipe that's simple to make. So when I stumbled across the viral Boursin pasta bake that's been circulating online, I knew I had to try it — I even endeavored to make it a tad more nutritious by adding in some protein.

Protein is a crucial nutrient for aging well, feeling full and building muscle. With this in mind, I decided to dice up some chicken breast (a lean source of protein) and throw it into the mix. Just 4 ounces of chicken tenderloins offers up 22 grams of protein, per the USDA. The resulting Boursin Chicken Pasta recipe has since become a weeknight staple in my home.

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Boursin cheese is a popular brand of Gournay cheese, and you'll likely find it in the deli section of your local supermarket. This soft, spreadable cheese has a mild flavor and a texture similar to cream cheese that makes it the perfect base for pasta sauce.

All you have to do is heat up your Boursin on the stove or in the oven to melt it down, add some liquid and whatever flavors and add-ins you like (in this case, I went with cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning and some red pepper flakes, like in the viral recipe). I've also tested this recipe with mushrooms instead of tomatoes, which worked fabulously!

One important note: The viral Boursin pasta sauce is made in the oven by roasting the tomatoes and Boursin together with spices and olive oil. I made mine on the stove because I cooked the chicken in a skillet and opted to use the same pan to reduce dishes, but you can bake your Boursin if you prefer!

Without further ado, here's my high-protein Boursin Chicken Pasta. It will make you feel like you're eating a gourmet meal right at home — without all the fuss.

1 Boursin cheese block

8 oz. pasta of your choice (I used Trader Joe's Italian Macaroni)

1 lb. chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch pieces (boneless, skinless chicken breast works here, too)

4 tbsp. olive oil

8 oz. cherry tomatoes, halved

1 tsp. Italian seasoning

1 tsp. red pepper flakes

Large pot (for boiling the pasta)

Large deep skillet with lid

Cooking spoon (for the pasta)

Wooden cooking spoon (for the sauce)

Colander

Foil

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