Can I add chicken or shrimp?

Absolutely. Grilled chicken, pan-seared chicken, or garlic shrimp are excellent additions and turn this simple pasta into a more filling dinner.

What pasta works best with Boursin cheese sauce?

Penne, spaghetti, fettuccine, linguine, and rotini all work well. Penne and rotini are especially good at holding the creamy sauce.

Can I make Boursin Cheese Pasta without heavy cream?

Yes. Half-and-half can be used for a lighter sauce. You can also use a little extra pasta water to create a thinner sauce.

Can I use a different flavor of Boursin?

Yes. Garlic & Fine Herbs is especially delicious, but other Boursin varieties can also work. Keep in mind that the flavor of the finished sauce will change depending on the variety.

What is Boursin Cheese Pasta made of?

This creamy pasta is made with pasta, Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese, butter, garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a little reserved pasta water.

Boursin Cheese Pasta Recipe (Easy Creamy 20-Minute Dinner)

Description

This Boursin Cheese Pasta Recipe is a quick and creamy 20-minute dinner made with tender pasta, Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese, garlic, Parmesan, and heavy cream. The Boursin melts into a rich, flavorful sauce that coats every bite of pasta.

Ingredients

Scale

12 ounces pasta
1 package (5.2 ounces) Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
¾ cup heavy cream
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup reserved pasta water
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Salt, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Extra Parmesan, for serving
Red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions

Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente.
Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain the pasta.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
Add garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds.
Pour in heavy cream and add Italian seasoning and black pepper.
Simmer gently for about 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat and add the Boursin cheese.
Stir until completely melted and smooth.
Gradually add Parmesan cheese.
Add reserved pasta water as needed.
Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated.
Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep the heat low when melting Boursin.
Freshly grated Parmesan gives the smoothest sauce.
Reserve pasta water before draining.
Taste before adding extra salt.
Don’t boil the cream sauce.
Add chicken, shrimp, spinach, mushrooms, or tomatoes for variations.
Serve immediately for the best creamy texture

Nutrition

Calories: 650
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 66g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 105mg