Slow-Cooker Boursin Chicken & Pasta
Bright, creamy, and utterly effortless, this Slow-Cooker Boursin Chicken & Pasta turns simple ingredients into a weeknight showstopper, perfect for busy dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose even-sized breasts for uniform cooking.
- 1 package Boursin cheese (5.2 oz, garlic & fine herbs recommended) This soft herbed cheese is essential for the sauce.
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred) A rich broth enhances flavor; water yields a flatter sauce.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder For concentrated garlic flavor.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds aromatic flavor.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning as necessary.
- 8 oz pasta of your choice (penne, rotini, or farfalle work well) Use short, ridged shapes to capture sauce.
- optional Fresh parsley for garnish Adds color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker in a single layer.
- Mix Boursin cheese, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- About 20 minutes before serving, cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.
Serving
- Serve the Boursin chicken over the cooked pasta and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Cool the Boursin chicken completely and store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze the shredded chicken and sauce without pasta for up to 3 months.