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Need a quick, comforting dinner for busy weeknights? This Boursin Chicken recipe is creamy, flavorful, and naturally gluten-free. With tender chicken, roasted cherry tomatoes, and spaghetti squash smothered in a creamy sauce for a low-carb twist, it's satisfying, simple, and easily adaptable for dairy-free diets!
Why You'll Love This Boursin Chicken Recipe
Navigating a gluten-free lifestyle has taught me to seek out meals that feel indulgent yet align with my dietary needs, and this Boursin Chicken recipe checks all the boxes. It's a staple in our home-easy enough for busy weeknights and loved by my entire family.
Watching my kids enjoy a dish filled with wholesome ingredients brings me so much joy, especially when it's as satisfying as comfort food without the heaviness. Why this easy chicken recipe stands out:
- Includes a foolproof dairy-free option for a creamy, herby sauce.
- Features a spaghetti squash cutting method to save time and effort.
- Versatile dish for a variety of ingredients and meal prep needs.
Plus, it all comes together in one pan for easy cleanup. It's truly a winner on every level!
Love creamy, gluten-free dinners? Try my Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Casserole, Tuscan Spaghetti Squash Casserole, or this Marry Me Chicken Soup (another Boursin cheese recipe!)-all are family favorites that come together quickly and pack in big flavor.
Ingredient Notes
Simple ingredients and one pan are all you need to make this creamy Boursin chicken recipe!
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts: Our protein base, soaking up all the cheesy, garlicky goodness. Substitute with boneless, skinless chicken thighs if preferred.
- Boursin cheese (Garlic & Herb): This creamy, dreamy cheese is our star ingredient-think of it as the glue holding all the flavors together. If you’re dairy-free, Kite Hill cream cheese or even dairy-free Boursin (yes, it exists!) works beautifully.
- Cherry tomatoes: These little bursts of sweetness add brightness and balance to the dish. Don't have cherry tomatoes? No worries-grape tomatoes or even diced Roma tomatoes will do the trick.
- Olive oil: Helps with roasting and adds richness. You can swap it with avocado oil if needed.
- Salt and black pepper: Enhances overall flavor and seasoning.
- Garlic powder: Adds a savory depth of flavor. Use fresh minced garlic if desired.
- Italian seasoning: Brings aromatic herbs for a well-rounded flavor. Substitute with a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme.
- Spaghetti squash: A low-carb alternative to pasta that pairs beautifully with the sauce. Zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta can be used instead.
- Pesto (Delallo Simply Pesto): Adds herby, nutty flavor to tie the dish together. Feel free to use homemade pesto or your favorite store-bought brand.
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and detailed instructions.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Place the Boursin cheese in the center of a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Arrange the chicken breasts and cherry tomatoes around the cheese.
Step 2: Drizzle with olive oil, then season the chicken breasts with the salt, pepper, garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
Step 3: Cut a spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
Step 4: Place cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake the spaghetti squash for 40 minutes.
Step 6: Bake the chicken, Boursin & tomatoes for 40 minutes at the same time as the squash.
Step 7: Shred the chicken in the casserole dish.
Step 8: Add in the cooked spaghetti squash noodles and pesto and toss everything together to combine.
Expert Tips
Unlike other Boursin Chicken recipes, this version offers a seamless way to go dairy-free while still enjoying all the creamy, herby goodness you crave. Plus, my foolproof spaghetti squash cutting method will save you time and effort!
- Variations: Don't have spaghetti squash on hand? Swap it for zucchini noodles, roasted sweet potatoes, or even gluten-free pasta. Want a protein boost? Add cooked shrimp or crumbled Italian sausage for a different spin. For a flavor twist, use sun-dried tomato pesto or add a handful of fresh spinach for extra greens.
- Even Chicken Cooking: If using large chicken breasts, slice them in half lengthwise for even roasting.
- Spaghetti Squash Shortcut: Microwave the squash for 4-5 minutes before cutting to soften the rind.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use Kite Hill cream cheese as a Boursin alternative, and a dairy-free pesto. There's also a dairy-free Boursin cheese- if you can find it at your local grocery store, I recommend trying it!
Serving Tips
This dish can be served alongside a variety of side dishes, ranging from indulgent mashed potatoes to a side of vegetables like green beans, Brussels sprouts, or a simple side salad.
Garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan, fresh basil, fresh parsley, or crushed red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Storage Tips
Store leftover Boursin chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through or microwave in 1-minute intervals.
This dish isn't ideal for freezing due to the creamy cheese sauce, but the cooked spaghetti squash can be frozen separately.
- Creative Leftover Idea: Turn leftovers into a filling for gluten-free wraps or spoon it over a bed of greens for a quick salad.
- Meal Prep Tip: Cook the chicken, cheese, and spaghetti squash in advance and store them separately. Assemble and bake the dish when ready to serve for a fresh, creamy result. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal!
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! Cream cheese, feta cheese, or goat cheese with a mix of garlic and herbs makes a great substitute.
You can use zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta instead.
Yes, just ensure your pesto is low-carb, and this is a creamy low-carb chicken bake that fits well within a keto meal plan.
More Gluten-Free Dinner Ideas
Easy Ground Chicken Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce
One Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Creamy Boursin Chicken Bake Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 smaller chicken breasts, or 2 large cut in half lengthwise
- 1 package Boursin cheese, I used garlic & herb flavor (sub Kite Hill cream cheese for dairy free!
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt, + more to taste
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 large spaghetti squash
- ½ cup pesto, I like Delallo brand simply pesto!
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400. Add the Boursin to the center of a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- Place the chicken breasts and tomatoes around the cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil, then season the chicken breasts with the salt, pepper, garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- Cut a spaghetti squash in half and scoop out the seeds (I like to cut in half around the smaller middle / not lengthwise – it's so much easier!) Place cut-side down on a lined baking sheet.
- Add the squash and the casserole dish into the oven at the same time and bake for 40 mins.
- Shred the chicken (either on a cutting board or right in the dish) and add in the cooked squash noodles. Add in the pesto and toss everything together with the melted Boursin cheese.
- Serve topped with Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
Notes
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- Nutrition facts: are for ⅙ of the total recipe
- Variations: Don't have spaghetti squash on hand? Swap it for zucchini noodles, roasted sweet potatoes, or even gluten-free pasta. Want a protein boost? Add cooked shrimp or crumbled Italian sausage for a different spin. For a flavor twist, use sun-dried tomato pesto or add a handful of fresh spinach for extra greens.
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- Even Chicken Cooking: If using large chicken breasts, slice them in half lengthwise for even roasting.
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- Spaghetti Squash Shortcut: Microwave the squash for 4-5 minutes before cutting to soften the rind.
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- Dairy-Free Option: Use Kite Hill cream cheese as a Boursin alternative, and a dairy-free pesto. There's also a dairy-free Boursin cheese- if you can find it at your local grocery store, I recommend trying it!
- Storage: Store leftover Boursin chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through or microwave in 1-minute intervals.
Nutrition
All nutrition facts are an estimate and automatically calculated. While I fact check them using My Fitness Pal, please note that they may not always be 100% accurate and depend on ingredients used. Weigh your total and divide by the number of servings for the most accurate grams per serving size.
Absolutely delicious—and easy to make.
DELICIOUS!!! I made this for the first time and it was amazing, so quick and easy and it had SO MUCH FLAVOR! My daughter is trying to heal her gut and is gluten and dairy free, so it has been challenging to cook for her. I made this with the dairy free options in the suggestions. It was so easy and we all loved it! (Don’t tell my husband, he doesn’t know it was the healthy version 😂). Thank you!
Making this for the 3rd time, we love it. Thank you for sharing!!
So creamy and delicious. I left the pesto on the side just because I wanted to see if I could avoid the extra calories and my husband still loved it. AlsoI had a big batch of precooked chicken to use so I didn’t follow the recipe exactly but this is a great easy meal and wonderful flavor combination. I’ll definitely make it again.
This was so, so very delicious and easy to make. My son and my husband couldn’t wait for me to make it again. We looked forward to leftovers the next day. I will keep this in the rotation for sure! Thank you!