This One-Pan Baked Boursin Orzo with Chicken Sausage is a creamy, flavorful dinner made with garlic and herb Boursin cheese, juicy chicken sausage, and tender orzo pasta. Loaded with fresh veggies like zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes, it bakes together in one skillet for an easy 30-minute weeknight meal.

Some nights you just need dinner to be easy but still feel special, and that’s exactly what this One-Pan Baked Boursin Orzo with Chicken Sausage delivers. Think baked feta pasta vibes, but with creamy, herby Boursin that makes the whole dish feel elevated with almost no effort.

As a new mom, one-pan meals have been saving me — because who has time for a sink full of dishes? If you’ve made my Turkey Baked Ziti with Cottage Cheese, Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet, or even my Lemon Orzo Soup and Lemon Chicken Meatballs with Orzo, you already know I’m all about cozy, simple meals that taste even better as leftovers. This one has quickly become a comfort favorite in our house.

How to Make Baked Boursin Skillet

In a large oven-safe baking dish, combine the orzo, sliced chicken sausage, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, and broth.

Place the whole Boursin cheese in the center of the dish. Cover and bake. Smash the softened Boursin into the orzo mixture and stir until everything is creamy and well combined.

Season with extra salt and pepper if needed, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Tips & Tricks for the Best Baked Boursin Orzo

Swap the Veggies: This recipe is super flexible. Try spinach, mushrooms, broccoli, or even roasted red peppers if that’s what you have on hand.

Adjust the Creaminess: If the orzo looks a little watery after baking, just pop it back into the oven uncovered for 5 minutes, then stir again. On the flip side, if it feels too thick, add a splash of warm broth before mixing in the cheese.

Make it Vegetarian: Skip the chicken sausage and add extra veggies or a plant-based sausage alternative. The Boursin brings plenty of flavor on its own.

Meal Prep Friendly: This dish reheats really well — the flavors get even better the next day. Just add a splash of broth or water when reheating to bring it back to life.

How to Store Baked Boursin Orzo

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. The flavors deepen as it sits, making it even better the next day.
• Freezer: You can freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheating: Warm in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water to bring the creaminess back.

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One-Pan Baked Boursin with Orzo and Chicken Sausage

4 from 2 ratings

Hannah Kling

This One-Pan Baked Boursin Orzo with Chicken Sausage is a creamy, flavorful 30-minute dinner made with tender orzo, herby Boursin cheese, and plenty of fresh veggies—all baked together in one dish for the ultimate weeknight comfort meal.

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients  

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• 1 package chicken sausage (sliced)
• 1 Boursin cheese (garlic & fine herbs or shallot & chive)
• 1 ½ cups dry orzo
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 medium zucchini (diced)
• 1 bell pepper (red or yellow, chopped into bite-sized pieces)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper (to taste)
• Fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400°F.
• In a large oven-safe baking dish, add in the dried orzo, sliced chicken sausage, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, and broth.
• Season lightly with salt and pepper, then stir to combine.
• Place the whole Boursin cheese in the center of the dish. Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes, until orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
• Remove from oven, uncover, and use a spoon to smash the softened Boursin into the orzo mixture. Stir everything together until creamy. If still watery, return to oven for 5 more minutes.
• Stir again and let sit, mixture will thicken. Season with more salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve warm!

Notes

• Type of Sausage – Any fully cooked chicken sausage works here (garlic herb, spicy, or even apple chicken sausage). You can also swap in turkey sausage or a plant-based option.
• Crispy Sausage Option – If you prefer your chicken sausage browned and crisp, pan-fry the slices in a little olive oil before adding them to the baking dish.
• Oven-Safe Dish Tip – Make sure your baking dish is deep enough so the broth doesn’t bubble over while baking. A 9×13 pan or a large oven-safe skillet works best.
• Cheese Options – Garlic & Fine Herbs and Shallot & Chive Boursin are my favorites, but you can experiment with other flavors for a different spin.

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