Description
French Onion Chicken is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with the rich flavors of caramelized onions and melted Gruyère cheese. This easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. With minimal prep and a delightful aroma filling your kitchen, this dish not only satisfies hunger but also creates memorable dining experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 medium sweet yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by slicing the onions and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove chicken from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in minced garlic, thyme, and beef broth; simmer until slightly reduced.
- Return chicken to the skillet, top with Gruyère cheese, cover, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Swap chicken for turkey or tofu for a vegetarian option. Experiment with herbs like rosemary or oregano for added flavor. Allow caramelizing onions to take their time for maximum sweetness.