Name: Easy Slow Cooker Boursin Chicken and Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 h 35 min
Total time: 2 h 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste; 1 can diced italian style tomatoes; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup orzo pasta; 2 5.2oz packages garlic and herb flavored Gournay cheese (such as Boursin); 5 ounces baby spinach; lemon juice (optional)

Easy Slow Cooker Boursin Chicken and Pasta

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Easy Slow Cooker Boursin Chicken and Pasta

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Ingredients

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Easy Slow Cooker Boursin Chicken and Pasta

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast

1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste

1/2 teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste

1 can diced italian style tomatoes

2 cups chicken broth

1 cup orzo pasta

2 5.2oz packages garlic and herb flavored Gournay cheese (such as Boursin)

5 ounces baby spinach

lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

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Instructions

Place chicken into a slow cooker; season with salt and pepper. Top with tomatoes and pour chicken broth around chicken. Cook on High for 2 hours or on Low for 4 hours.

Remove chicken from slow cooker and cut it into 1-inch pieces; return chicken to slow cooker. Stir in orzo and Boursin cheese. Cook on High until pasta is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 35 to 40 minutes.

Stir in spinach until wilted and season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in lemon juice. Serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Boursin Texture Hack 🧀
Let the Boursin cheese come to room temperature before adding to the slow cooker to ensure smooth, even melting and prevent clumping.
Pasta Perfection Timing 🕰️
Add orzo pasta during the last 30 minutes of cooking to prevent overcooking and maintain the ideal al dente texture.
Chicken Moisture Magic 💦
Place chicken breasts on top of other ingredients in the slow cooker to prevent them from becoming dry and ensure they absorb maximum flavor.
Spinach Stirring Strategy 🥬
Fold in baby spinach during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking to preserve its bright green color and prevent wilting.
Liquid Adjustment Pro Tip 💧
If the sauce seems too thick, gradually add a splash of chicken broth or white wine to achieve the perfect creamy consistency.