Creamy Boursin Chicken Bake
This creamy Boursin chicken bake is made with a simple Boursin cheese sauce poured over seasoned chicken, spinach, and artichokes. An easy one-pan dinner that feels elevated but is perfect for busy weeknights.
Creator: Leslie Stokes
This creamy boursin chicken bake is one of those dinners that feels a little fancy but is honestly so easy it almost feels like cheating.
I’ve made plenty of Boursin chicken bakes over the years, but melting the cheese with a splash of broth before baking completely changed the game. Instead of hoping the cheese melts evenly in the oven, you get this smooth, creamy sauce that coats everything — no dry spots, no clumps, just cozy, creamy perfection.
Laying spinach at the bottom of the dish is one of my favorite little tricks. It looks like you planned a vegetable, but it also soaks up all that sauce as it bakes, which makes it extra flavorful. And adding artichokes? That takes it straight into spinach-artichoke-dip territory — in the best way.
This is the kind of meal I make when I want something comforting but still balanced. It feels indulgent without being heavy, and it’s simple enough for a weeknight but nice enough to serve to guests. The flavors are familiar, which makes it family-friendly, but the texture and creaminess make it feel elevated.
Another thing I love about this recipe is how versatile it is. You can serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or even with crusty bread to soak up the sauce. It’s also great for meal prep — the sauce reheats really well, and the chicken stays tender.
This is exactly the kind of dinner I know I’ll come back to on busy weeks. Minimal prep, one pan, and everyone is happy — which is always the goal.
Veggie Variations
This creamy boursin chicken bake recipe is super flexible.
Swap spinach for: kale (massage lightly), Swiss chard
Add-ins: mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers
No artichokes? Still delicious — but they add that spinach-artichoke-dip vibe everyone loves
Serving Ideas
Over jasmine rice or orzo
With roasted potatoes or mashed potatoes
Alongside a simple side salad
With crusty bread to soak up the sauce
Meal Prep & Storage Notes
Stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days
Reheat gently with a splash of broth
Sauce thickens as it sits — totally normal
Tips for this Meal Prep
Melting the Boursin first ensures an even, creamy sauce
Double the sauce for extra creaminess to go over mashed potatoes or noodles
Pound chicken slightly for even cooking
Artichokes add texture and balance the richness
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Creamy Boursin Chicken Bake with Spinach & Artichokes
Ingredients
- 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1-2 5.2 oz package Boursin cheese (garlic & herb) (double for extra creaminess)
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 3-4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup canned artichoke hearts drained and chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika optional
- Optional toppings: grated parmesan mozzarella, red pepper flakes, fresh parsley
Let's Make It
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add Boursin cheese and chicken broth. Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. (Double the batch if you want it extra creamy)
- Spread spinach evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle chopped artichokes over the spinach.
- Place chicken breasts on top. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, sauce, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and minced garlic.
- Pour the warm Boursin sauce evenly over the chicken and veggies.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20–25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F and sauce is bubbly.
- Optional: Add cheese on top and broil 1–2 minutes if desired.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
(Estimated, per serving – serves 6)
Calories: ~420
Protein: ~36g
Carbohydrates: ~8g
Fat: ~26g
Fiber: ~2g
Nutrition will vary based on chicken size and cheese used.
Meal Prep in 1 Hour
You can use any two of the meals in this series to get your meal prep done in just about and hour, give or take!
Having your breakfast and lunch ready for the week helps you stay on track with your nutriton, saves you time and money! I truly beleive that meal prep does not need to be over complicated, take too much time or be boring!
I always get asked- “do you ever get tired of eating the same thing all week?” and the answer is, no! Not when the food taste good! I give plenty of variety in these preps and keep it simple!
As always, thanks for being here and remember, don’t over complicate the process! Take a deep breath, you got this!
