Boursin Orzo Bake in 35 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Pour the uncooked orzo into a 9x13 inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
3. Sprinkle the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt over the pasta, stirring slightly to distribute.
4. Pour the broth and heavy cream directly over the orzo.
5. Create a small space in the center of the dish and place the entire Boursin cheese puck there.
6. Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the cheese and drizzle the olive oil over the top of everything.
7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the cherry tomatoes are bursting and the top of the Boursin cheese is golden-brown and bubbling.
8. Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes.
9. Add the fresh baby spinach to the hot pasta.
10. Using a spatula, smash the softened Boursin cheese and stir vigorously, folding the cheese, tomatoes, and spinach into the orzo until a velvety, uniform sauce forms.
11. Fold in the cooked shredded chicken breast if using.