One Pot Creamy Boursin Pasta
Cozy One Pot Boursin Pasta Risotto! This is a great recipe to make as a side with baked or grilled chicken, shrimp, or fish. You can also add shredded chicken to this and make it a meal!
Servings: 4
Calories: 559kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup white onion chopped
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta dry
- 2 ¾-3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (5.2-ounce) Boursin cheese puck softened at room temp
- ⅛ teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 cups baby spinach
- ¼ cup half and half
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken optional (or leftover turkey!)
- Kosher salt
- white pepper to taste
Instructions
- SAUTE: Heat a medium saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the oil and butter and allow it to melt. Saute the onion for 5-6 minutes or until tender and translucent.
- TOAST: Add the garlic and orzo pasta and sautéing for another 60-90 seconds or until the orzo turns a lightly deeper color; stir frequently.
- SIMMER: Add 2 ¾ cups chicken broth to the pan, kick the heat up to high, and allow it to gain a simmer. Once simmering, lower the heat to medium and set a timer for 10 minutes. Cook uncovered, stirring often to keep the orzo from sticking to the pan. As the orzo cooks, you want to make sure you still have broth as it starts nearing the end of the 10-minute mark. If too much liquid evaporates, add another splash of broth (up to ¼ cup.)
- STIR: Once the timer goes off, stir in the Boursin cheese. Season with nutmeg, and add the half and half. Stir in the baby spinach. The orzo should be a creamy consistency, add more broth if it needs it. Add the chicken right at the end if using.
- ADJUST: Taste and adjust with seasonings as desired. Serve warm with a salad and the best garlic bread.
Notes
- Baby Spinach: is a great ingredient that’s available all year round. If you’re looking for seasonal options, asparagus will work beautifully!
Nutrition
Calories: 559kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 31g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g
