One Pot Creamy Boursin Pasta with Chicken, Bacon, and Cherry Tomatoes – Easy One Pot Recipe
Looking for a cozy, flavourful pasta dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights? This One Pot Creamy Boursin Pasta withne-pot- chicken, crispy bacon, and blistered cherry tomatoes delivers big on taste with minimal effort. It’s the ideal comfort food as we transition from summer into fall, offering a rich and creamy texture with just the right amount of heat from red pepper flakes.
This easy pasta recipe is made entirely in one pot, which means less cleanup and more time to enjoy your evening. The pasta cooks directly in chicken stock alongside the ground chicken and bacon, soaking up all the savoury flavours. Once the Boursin cheese is added, it melts into a velvety sauce that coats every bite. The cherry tomatoes blister beautifully, adding a pop of sweetness that balances the bacon and creamy cheese.
Whether you’re searching for a quick weeknight dinner, a fall pasta recipe, or a creamy chicken pasta, this dish checks all the boxes. It’s slightly spicy, perfectly creamy, and packed with protein and fresh ingredients. Plus, the one-pot method makes it incredibly convenient for meal prep or last-minute dinners.
Serve this creamy Boursin pasta with a simple green salad or warm crusty bread for a complete meal. It’s a delicious way to welcome the cooler weather and satisfy your comfort food cravings without spending hours in the kitchen.
Easy One Pot Boursin Pasta with Chicken, Bacon, and Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 350 g Bacon or Pancetta
- 1135 g Cherry Tomatoes, fresh
- 2 large Yellow Onions, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 600 g Ground Chicken
- 1000 ml Chicken Stock
- 500 g Penne
- 85 g Garlic & Fine Herb Boursin Cheese
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
Protein
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon (or pancetta) over medium heat until golden and crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.350 g Bacon or Pancetta
- Add ground chicken, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to the pot with the reserved bacon fat. Break it up with a spoon and cook until fully browned and cooked through. Once done, remove and set aside with the bacon.600 g Ground ChickenSaltPepperRed Pepper Flakes
Onions & Garlic
- Dice the onions and add them to the pot with the remaining bacon fat. Cook until soft and translucent.2 large Yellow Onions
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt to help draw out moisture. Add finely minced garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly golden.4 cloves Garlic
Blistering Tomatoes
- Add cherry tomatoes to the pot with the onions and garlic. Stir to coat, then cover with a lid. Let cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the lid and stir gently.1135 g Cherry Tomatoes
- The tomatoes will begin to blister and pop naturally—don’t force them. Allow time between stirs for them to release their juices.
- Once the tomatoes have popped, pour in the chicken stock. Stir and let simmer for 4 to 5 minutes to build a rich, flavourful base.1000 ml Chicken Stock
Pasta
- Stir in your pasta of choice. Make sure it’s just covered by the chicken stock. Add a bit more stock if needed. Let the pasta cook uncovered, stirring occasionally.500 g Penne
- When there are about 4 minutes left in the pasta’s cooking time, reduce the heat to low. Stir constantly to allow excess moisture to steam out and the sauce to thicken.
Assemble
- Add the cooked bacon, ground chicken, and Boursin cheese to the pot. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy and well combined.85 g Garlic & Fine Herb Boursin Cheese
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Finish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot and enjoy!Parmesan Cheese
Notes
- Pasta Type: Short pasta shapes like penne, rigatoni, or fusilli work best for this recipe. They hold the creamy sauce well and cook evenly in the one-pot method.
- Boursin Cheese: Garlic & Fine Herbs is the classic choice, but feel free to experiment with other Boursin flavours like Shallot & Chive or Black Pepper for a twist.
- Spice Level: The red pepper flakes add a subtle heat. If you’re sensitive to spice or cooking for kids, you can reduce the amount or omit it entirely.
- Add-Ons: Want to bulk it up? Stir in baby spinach, peas, or roasted red peppers at the end for extra colour and nutrition
Tools You Will Need
Dutch Oven
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