With this Boursin tomato pasta skillet, you'll get a creamy flavor paired with juicy tomatoes. It's an easy one-pan dinner that feels special but comes together fast for busy nights.
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I first made this boursin cheese pasta on a weeknight when I needed dinner on the table fast. The creamy Boursin cheese melts into the tomatoes and pasta in a way that feels a little special but doesn't take extra time or effort. I love turning to this recipe when I want something homey and satisfying without long prep, and it's become a favorite for busy nights.
This skillet dinner sits alongside other dependable pasta meals I reach for, like my go‑to seafood pasta salad when summer hits or a cozy bowl of crab pasta when I want something a bit more upscale. It's easy to customize these dishes with whatever veggies or proteins I have on hand. If you're looking for a simple recipe you'll want to make again, give this Boursin pasta recipe a try.
Ingredients
- Dry spaghetti - Serves as the base of the dish, providing structure and a neutral canvas for the flavors.
- Olive oil - Adds richness and helps sauté the tomatoes while enhancing their natural flavor.
- Unsalted butter - Helps acheive a silky texture to the creamy sauce.
- Cherry or grape tomatoes - Bring natural sweetness, juiciness, and a burst of fresh flavor.
- Boursin cheese (ail and fine herbes) - Creates a creamy, garlicky, and herb-infused sauce that coats the pasta.
- Fresh chopped parsley - Adds freshness, color, and a mild herbal note to balance the richness.
- Water for boiling spaghetti - Cooks the pasta evenly and prevents it from sticking.
- Kosher salt - Enhances the flavor of both the pasta and the sauce.
Scroll down to the recipe card for quantities used.
Instructions
Boil dry spaghetti according to the package in salted water. Drain the cooked pasta and reserve ½ cup of pasta water for later.
In a skillet, add oil and butter, then heat up the pan. Add the fresh tomatoes once the butter is melted. Sauté until the skin of the tomatoes begins to blister. Lower heat and transfer tomatoes to a bowl.
Pour ½ reserved pasta water into the skillet and place the Boursin cheese into the water. Stir cheese until melted and well-combined with the butter while simmering over low heat.
Add the cooked pasta and parsley, then coat the spaghetti with the Boursin cheese while gently stirring for 2 minutes.
Return the tomatoes to the skillet and toss gently until heated through.
Turn off the heat, sprinkle with the remaining fresh parsley, and serve.
Hint: Reserve some pasta cooking water before draining. Adding a little to the skillet helps loosen the sauce and lets it cling to the spaghetti perfectly, making the pasta dish extra creamy and cohesive.
Variations
Here are some easy ways to customize this tomato pasta recipe:
- Add protein: Toss in cooked chicken, shrimp, or crispy bacon for a heartier meal.
- Mix in veggies: Spinach, zucchini, or roasted bell peppers blend well and boost nutrition.
- Spice it up: Add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, a dash of smoked paprika, or fresh basil for an extra kick of flavor.
- Switch the pasta: Try penne, fusilli, or even whole wheat or gluten-free pasta.
- Cheese variations: Swap or mix Boursin with cream cheese, goat cheese, or Parmesan cheese for different flavors.
- Fresh herbs: Experiment with basil, thyme, or chives if you want a slightly different herbal note.
Tips
Top tip: Let the cherry tomatoes simmer gently in the skillet until they just start to burst. This concentrates their flavor and makes the pasta sauce fresh and vibrant.
- Use room-temperature Boursin cheese, so it melts smoothly into the sauce.
- Don't overcook the pasta; al dente spaghetti holds up better and absorbs the sauce nicely.
- Toss pasta off the heat with the sauce for a creamier texture.
- Reserve pasta water to thin the sauce if needed without losing flavor.
- Garnish last-minute with parsley to keep it bright and fresh.
- Season gradually as you cook to avoid over-salting once the Boursin is added.
- Cut tomatoes evenly, so they cook at the same rate and release consistent flavor.
Pairings
These are my favorite dishes to serve with this Boursin tomato pasta skillet:
Storage
To store your Boursin tomato pasta skillet, let it cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container. It will keep it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
If you want to freeze it, portion it into freezer-safe containers. It will keep frozen for up to 2 months, though the texture of the pasta may be slightly softer when reheated.
To reheat, gently warm it in a skillet over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or milk to loosen the sauce and bring back its creamy consistency, or microwave in short intervals, stirring in between, until heated through.
FAQs
Yes! Any long pasta like fettuccine or linguine works well, and even short pasta like penne or rotini can be used. Just adjust the cooking time according to the package instructions.
This recipe is already vegetarian-friendly. To add protein, try tossing in cooked chicken, shrimp, or crispy bacon when combining the pasta with the sauce.
Warm the pasta gently over low heat and add a splash of water, milk, or broth to loosen the sauce and bring back its silky texture without overcooking the pasta.
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Recipe
Boursin Tomato Pasta
Ingredients
- 4 ounces dry spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ¾ cup fresh cherry tomatoes 12 pieces then cut in half
- 1 Boursin cheese (150 grams) ail and fine herbes
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley reserve some for garnish
OTHER:
- water for boiling spaghetti
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Boil dry spaghetti according package, drain, and reserve ½ cup or more of pasta water for later.
- In a skillet, add oil and butter, then heat the pan at 248°F (120°C). Add the cherry tomatoes once the butter is melted and sauté until the skin of the tomatoes begin to blister, about 3 minutes.
- Lower the heat to 140°F (60°C) and transfer the tomatoes to a bowl.
- In the same skillet with butter, pour ½ reserved pasta water, and add Boursin cheese. Stir cheese until melted and well-combined with the butter while simmering over low heat for 3 minutes.
- Add parsley and cooked spaghetti, then coat the spaghetti with the Boursin cheese while gently stirring for 2 minutes.
- Return the tomatoes into the skillet and give a gentle toss for 1 minute or until heated through.
- Turn off the heat, sprinkle with the remaining fresh parsley and serve.
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