10+ Boursin Cheese Recipes to Delight Your Taste Buds
Boursin cheese is soft and creamy, packed with herbs that can totally change up your regular meals. It’s honestly one of those ingredients that just makes things taste fancier without much effort.
If you want something simple but delicious, Boursin cheese recipes give you plenty of ways to boost your cooking. Whether you’re making snacks, main dishes, or just a quick side, there’s probably an idea here that’ll fit your mood.
1) Boursin Mashed Potatoes
Boursin mashed potatoes are about as easy as it gets for making mashed potatoes creamy and full of flavor. If you use baby potatoes, you don’t even need to peel them, which is a win.
Once your potatoes are soft, toss in the Boursin cheese and let it melt right in. You can mash them super smooth or leave a few lumps if you like a bit of texture.
These are perfect as a side dish for, well, anything. Adjust the Boursin to make it as mild or as bold as you want.
Ingredients
- Baby potatoes (about 2 pounds)
- 1 block (5.3 oz) Boursin cheese
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
- Boil potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and save a little of the potato water.
- Add butter, milk, and Boursin cheese to the hot potatoes.
- Mash, adding reserved water until you get the consistency you like.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve warm.
2) Air Fryer Boursin-Stuffed Wontons
Stuffed wontons with Boursin cheese? Yes, please. Just put a bit of the garlic and herb cheese in the middle of each wonton wrapper and seal the edges with water.
Pop them in the air fryer at 325°F (160°C) for about 6 to 8 minutes. The wrappers get golden and crispy, and the cheese melts inside.
These are perfect for snacking or as a party appetizer. They’re super quick and only need two main ingredients.
Ingredients
- 18 wonton wrappers
- 6 tablespoons garlic and herb Boursin cheese spread
- Water, as needed for sealing
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (160°C).
- Place a tablespoon of cheese spread in the center of each wrapper.
- Wet the edges, fold, and seal them up.
- Arrange wontons in the basket—don’t let them overlap.
- Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Let cool a minute or two before serving.
3) Boursin Deviled Eggs
Boursin deviled eggs are a fun twist on the classic. The Boursin makes the filling extra creamy and flavorful, so you don’t have to do much else.
Just mix egg yolks with Boursin and a little mayo or sour cream for more creaminess. Pipe or spoon the mixture back into the egg whites—done.
Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper, and you’re good to go. They’re a hit at parties or honestly just as a snack.
Ingredients
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise or sour cream
- 1 to 2 tbsp Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
- Peel and halve the eggs, then pop out the yolks.
- Mash yolks with Boursin and mayo or sour cream.
- Add salt and pepper.
- Fill the whites with the mixture.
- Chill for a bit before serving.
For more details, check a Boursin deviled eggs recipe.
4) Boursin Chicken with Creamy Herb Sauce
Boursin chicken is one of those weeknight meals you’ll want to make again. Cook chicken until it’s golden and juicy, then cover it with a creamy herb sauce.
Melt Boursin cheese with a splash of heavy cream and chicken broth. The sauce gets super smooth and coats the chicken just right.
It’s quick, uses only a handful of ingredients, and honestly feels a little fancy for how easy it is.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Boursin cheese (garlic and herb)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Cooking Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium.
- Cook chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden and done.
- Lower the heat, add Boursin, cream, and broth.
- Stir until the cheese melts and sauce thickens a bit.
- Spoon sauce over chicken and serve.
For more details, check this creamy Boursin chicken recipe.
5) Boursin Cheese Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes
This Boursin cheese pasta with roasted tomatoes is ridiculously easy. Roast the tomatoes until they’re soft and a bit sweet, then mix in Boursin for a creamy sauce.
Roasting brings out the best in the tomatoes. You only need a few ingredients, and the whole thing is ready in about half an hour.
Toss everything together in one dish—cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and Boursin cheese. Once the cheese melts, stir it all up with cooked pasta.
Ingredients
- 24 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1 wheel of Boursin cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz penne or your favorite pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Put tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil in a baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Add Boursin to the center, bake 10 more minutes until melted.
- Cook pasta as the box says.
- Mix pasta with the roasted tomato and cheese sauce.
- Season and serve.
Learn more about this dish at Chenée Today.
6) Boursin Flatbread with Caramelized Onions
Creamy Boursin cheese with sweet caramelized onions on a crisp flatbread? It’s hard not to love that combo. The cheese brings a rich, herby kick, and the onions add a mellow sweetness.
Start with a thin flatbread for crunch. Spread on a generous layer of Boursin, then top with onions you’ve cooked slowly until golden.
Bake until the edges are crisp and the cheese is melty. If you want, sprinkle with some fresh herbs or chives.
Ingredients
- Flatbread (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 oz Boursin cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh chives or herbs for garnish
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium. Add onions and cook, stirring often, until caramelized (about 20-25 minutes).
- Spread Boursin over the flatbread.
- Top with caramelized onions.
- Bake on a sheet for 10-12 minutes until crispy.
- Garnish with chives and serve warm.
For a similar idea, see Easy Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Flatbread Pizza.
7) Boursin Risotto with Mushrooms
Creamy risotto with mushrooms and Boursin cheese is somehow both comforting and a bit fancy. The cheese melts in at the end, making everything super smooth and herby.
Start by sautéing shallots and mushrooms in olive oil. Add risotto rice, then slowly pour in broth, stirring as you go.
Once the rice is tender, stir in Boursin cheese and let it melt. I like to finish with fresh parsley and a handful of toasted hazelnuts for a little crunch.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 300g risotto rice
- 450g sliced mushrooms
- 100g Boursin garlic and herbs cheese
- 20g hazelnuts, chopped
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
Cooking Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium.
- Add shallots and mushrooms; cook until soft.
- Stir in risotto rice and cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add warm broth, stirring until absorbed.
- When rice is tender, mix in Boursin cheese until melted.
- Top with hazelnuts and parsley before serving.
8) Boursin Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich
Let’s talk about what to do with all those Thanksgiving leftovers. Grab some Boursin cheese and see what happens.
The creamy, herby Boursin just works with turkey and cranberry sauce. It adds a rich taste, but it’s not overwhelming—kind of perfect, honestly.
Pick your bread. Cranberry swirl bread is great if you have it, but honestly, anything will do.
Layer on leftover turkey, a generous swipe of Boursin, and cranberry sauce for that sweet-tart pop. Toss in lettuce or spinach if you’re feeling it.
Toast your sandwich in a pan or sandwich press. Get the bread crispy and the cheese all melty.
Ingredients:
- 4 slices cranberry swirl bread or pumpkin spice bagels
- 4-5 slices leftover turkey
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 3 oz Boursin cheese
- Lettuce or spinach (optional)
Cooking Instructions:
- Spread Boursin cheese on each bread slice.
- Add turkey slices and cranberry sauce.
- Top with lettuce if using, then close the sandwich.
- Heat a pan or sandwich press to 350°F (175°C).
- Toast sandwich until bread is golden and cheese softens, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Serve warm.
If you want more inspiration, check out this Boursin sandwich idea.
9) Baked Crispy Boursin Cheese Bites
Making baked crispy Boursin bites is easier than you might think. Just scoop little portions of Boursin cheese onto a baking sheet.
Bake them at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes. Wait for them to turn golden and crisp.
Want them even crispier? Broil for a minute or two at the end.
Drizzle with hot honey, or dip in something spicy. Pair them with toasted bread or crostini—these make a pretty addictive snack.
The outside gets crunchy while the inside stays creamy. You can sprinkle on cayenne before baking if you’re into a bit of heat.
Ingredients
- 4 oz Boursin Cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs works well)
- ¼ cup flour
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly coat Boursin cheese bits with flour and season with salt, pepper, and cayenne.
- Place the bites on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes if you want extra crispiness.
- Serve warm with your favorite honey or dipping sauce.
Need more ideas? Here’s a link for crispy Boursin bites.
10) Creamy Boursin Tomato Pasta
You can whip up a creamy pasta with Boursin cheese and tomatoes in no time. Start by tossing garlic, tomatoes, and Boursin cheese into a baking dish.
Bake everything together so the flavors really meld. It makes a sauce that’s smooth and full of flavor.
Mix the baked sauce with your cooked pasta and a bit of reserved pasta water. That pasta water helps the sauce cling to every noodle.
This dish comes together fast and tastes way more impressive than the effort it takes. Throw in some spinach or red onion if you want a little extra color or flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Boursin cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves
- 8 oz pasta
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- Optional: spinach, red onion, salt, pepper, olive oil
Cooking Instructions
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Crank your oven up to 400°F (200°C).
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Toss garlic, cherry tomatoes, and Boursin cheese into an oven-safe dish.
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Slide the dish into the oven. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes look all soft and lovely.
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Meanwhile, cook your pasta. Just follow the package—nothing fancy.
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Before you drain the pasta, scoop out about ½ cup of the pasta water. Trust me, you’ll want it.
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Dump the baked tomatoes, garlic, and cheese over the pasta. Pour in that saved pasta water.
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Mix everything together.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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If you’re feeling it, toss in a handful of spinach or some sliced red onion.
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Serve it up warm and dig in.