Baked Boursin Pasta with Spinach – Easy 30-Minute Dinner
This Baked Boursin Cheese Pasta is the creamy, cheesy pasta dinner you’ll want to make again and again! Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese is baked with juicy cherry tomatoes, garlic, onion, and olive oil until everything is soft and delicious. The roasted mixture is blended into an incredibly creamy pasta sauce, then tossed with pasta, Parmesan, fresh herbs, and fresh spinach.
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If you love easy pasta recipes, this one is a must-try. It takes just 30 minutes from start to finish and requires simple ingredients, making it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
This recipe is my take on the viral Baked Boursin Pasta trend that took over TikTok. Instead of using feta like the original viral baked pasta recipes, Boursin cheese melts into a rich, flavorful sauce that’s packed with garlic and herbs. The roasted tomatoes add sweetness and acidity, while fresh spinach adds a pop of color and an easy veggie boost.
And the best part? You don’t need to spend hours making a homemade cream sauce. The Boursin does all the work!
Doesn’t that look scrumptious!? After baking, you’ll use an immersion blender to blend it all into a smooth and creamy sauce and toss with rigatoni pasta.
I like to top the pasta with fresh parmesan cheese, fresh basil and fresh flat leaf parsley. It’s so delicious!
Serve this creamy Boursin pasta with a simple green salad or crusty bread for an easy family dinner everyone will love. I love making a quick batch of air fryer chicken breast to serve alongside this creamy pasta dinner.
Love Boursin cheese? (Me, too!) Try this One Pan Chicken Sausage Boursin Bake, Slow Cooker Boursin Cheese and Chicken Pasta or these Boursin Cheese Pepper Poppers.
Ingredients
- 9×13 baking dish
- Immersion blender or food processor
- Boursin cheese– any flavor you like, I prefer the garlic and herb variety.
- Fresh tomatoes– cherry, Campari, grape, or quartered garden tomatoes. I’m using Campari, but I’ve used all the tomato types.
- Fresh garlic cloves– whole
- Yellow onion– chopped or sliced thin
- Olive Oil– to drizzle over the ingredients before baking
- Seasonings– salt and pepper to taste, red pepper flakes, and any fresh herbs you have such as basil and parsley.
- Fresh grated parmesan cheese– to sprinkle over at the end and as a garnish
- Pasta– short cut, I love rigatoni, ziti, penne, or bowties! I’m using a low carb penne pasta.
- Spinach– stirred in at the end for a pop of green
How To Make It
1. Preheat your oven:
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Assemble the bake:
In a 9×13-inch baking dish, place the Boursin cheese right in the center. Surround it with onions, cherry tomatoes, and whole garlic cloves.
3. Drizzle and season:
Drizzle everything with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
4. Roast until bubbly:
Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are bursting and the cheese is soft and melty.
5. Cook the pasta:
While the veggies are roasting, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water generously, then cook your pasta according to package directions.
Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining—this can help loosen your sauce later if needed.
6. Blend the sauce:
Once the tomato mixture is out of the oven, use an immersion blender right in the baking dish to blend everything into a smooth, creamy sauce. (Careful—it’s hot!)
If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer the cheese and veggies into a blender (very carefully! It’s hot) and blend until smooth. Pour back into the baking dish.
7. Finish the dish:
Once you’ve blended the roasted Boursin and tomato mixture and stirred in the cooked pasta and add 2 cups of fresh spinach.
Toss everything together while the pasta and sauce are still hot. The heat will wilt the spinach in just a minute or two. Once the spinach is wilted, stir in the Parmesan and fresh herbs.
Adding the spinach at the very end keeps it bright and tender instead of overcooking it during the baking process.Add the cooked pasta to the dish and stir well to coat. Mix in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a handful of chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley. If the sauce feels too thick, stir in a splash of your reserved pasta water.
8. Serve and enjoy!
Spoon into bowls, top with extra Parmesan if you’d like, and serve warm!
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Tips for the Best Baked Boursin Pasta
- Use a shallow baking dish for even roasting: A 9×13-inch pan works great because it gives enough space for the veggies to spread out and roast properly. Crowding everything into a smaller dish can lead to steaming instead of roasting, which changes the flavor and texture.
- Choose the right tomatoes: Cherry or grape tomatoes are ideal because they’re naturally sweet and burst beautifully when roasted. They also balance the richness of the Boursin cheese.
- Drizzle generously with olive oil: A good glug of olive oil helps everything roast properly and brings the sauce together after blending. Don’t skimp—it adds flavor and richness!
- Season before baking: Salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes are simple, but important. They enhance the flavor of the tomatoes and the cheese. For extra depth, you could also add a pinch of Italian seasoning or dried oregano.
- Use an immersion blender (carefully!) Blending the hot baked ingredients right in the dish is super easy with an immersion blender—but go slowly and carefully to avoid splatters. If you don’t have one, you can transfer the mixture to a regular blender (let it cool slightly first).
- Save your pasta water: That starchy water is liquid gold! It helps thin the sauce and makes it cling beautifully to the pasta. Add a little at a time until it reaches your ideal consistency.
- Stir in fresh herbs for brightness: Fresh basil, parsley, or even chives are perfect finishing touches. They cut through the richness of the cheese and make the dish taste fresh and vibrant.
- Add protein to make it a full meal: Want to bulk it up? Toss in cooked chicken, sautéed mushrooms, or spinach just before serving. This dish is versatile and plays well with add-ins!
- Leftovers reheat beautifully: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baked Boursin Pasta?
Baked Boursin Pasta is an easy pasta dish made by baking Boursin cheese with tomatoes, garlic, onion, and olive oil. The roasted ingredients are blended into a creamy sauce and tossed with cooked pasta, Parmesan, herbs, and spinach.
Can I use a different flavor of Boursin cheese?
Absolutely! Garlic & Fine Herbs is my favorite for this recipe, but you can experiment with other Boursin flavors. Keep in mind that different flavors will change the overall taste of the finished pasta.
Can I use a different type of pasta?
Yes! Rigatoni is great because the ridges hold onto the creamy sauce, but penne, ziti, bowties, rotini, or another short pasta will work well.
Can I use frozen spinach?
Fresh spinach works best for this recipe because it wilts quickly at the end. If you only have frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out as much excess water as possible before adding it.
Can I add chicken to Boursin Pasta?
Yes! Cooked chicken is a delicious addition. Stir chopped cooked chicken into the pasta along with the spinach at the end. Rotisserie chicken is an easy shortcut for busy weeknights.
Can I make Boursin Pasta ahead of time?
You can prepare the roasted tomato and Boursin mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it. When you’re ready to eat, cook the pasta, warm the sauce, and combine everything with the spinach and Parmesan.
How do I store leftover Boursin Pasta?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of water, milk, or broth to loosen the sauce since it will thicken as it chills.
Can I freeze Boursin Pasta?
Yes, although the texture of the creamy sauce may change slightly after freezing and reheating. For best results, freeze in an airtight freezer-safe container and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating gently.
Is Boursin Pasta vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian as written. Be sure to check the Parmesan you’re using if you need the dish to meet a specific vegetarian standard.
What should I serve with Baked Boursin Pasta?
This pasta is hearty enough to serve on its own, but it’s delicious with garlic bread, crusty bread, a simple green salad, or roasted vegetables.
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Baked Boursin Cheese Pasta
Equipment
Ingredients
- 5.2 ounce Boursin garlic & herbs cheese
- 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes Campari, grape tomatoes, Roma all work
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 12 ounces short cut pasta such as penne
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil sliced
- 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley chopped
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, place the Boursin cheese right in the center. Surround it with sliced onions, tomatoes, and whole garlic cloves.
- Drizzle everything with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
- Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are bursting and the cheese is soft and melty.
- While the veggies are roasting, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water generously, then cook your pasta according to package directions.
- Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining—this can help loosen your sauce later if needed.
- Once the tomato mixture is out of the oven, use an immersion blender right in the baking dish to blend everything into a smooth, creamy sauce. (Careful—it's hot!) If you don't have an immersion blender carefully transfer to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour back into the baking dish.
- Add the cooked pasta to the dish and stir well to coat. Mix in the spinach, freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a handful of chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley. If the sauce feels too thick, stir in a splash of your reserved pasta water.
- Spoon into bowls, top with extra Parmesan if you’d like, and serve warm!
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Made this recipe and it was very good, I didn’t use as many tomatoes as the recipe called for because the hubby hates them. I will keep this recipe in rotation and use the amount of tomatoes it calls for, hubby agreed, he loved it.
Awesome! Thank you for sharing!
This was delicious!!
so happy!
Hello! Can you use asparagus?
Absolutely! Sounds delicious