Cheesy French Onion Chicken
Summary: Indulge in the rich flavors of French onion soup with a twist by making this Cheesy French Onion Chicken. Tender chicken breasts smothered in a decadent French onion sauce, topped with gooey melted cheese, this dish is a perfect blend of comfort and sophistication. The caramelized onions and savory cheese elevate the chicken to a whole new level of deliciousness. Serve it with a side of garlic mashed potatoes or a crisp green salad for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: French-inspired
Servings: 4 servings
Duration: Preparation time: 15 minutes, Cooking time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- 1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3. In the same skillet, melt butter and add the sliced onions. Cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- 4. Add garlic and thyme to the onions and cook for another minute.
- 5. Pour in the beef broth and return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thickened.
- 6. Preheat the broiler. Sprinkle shredded Gruyere cheese over the chicken and place under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- 7. Serve the Cheesy French Onion Chicken hot with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts:
- Sugar: 2g
- Fiber: 3g
- Calories: 350
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 20g
