Description
French Onion Chicken is a comforting dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with savory caramelized onions and gooey melted Gruyère cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe offers a delightful aroma and rich flavor that will impress everyone at your table. Serve it alongside crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and thyme; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth and soy sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Place chicken in a baking dish, pour onion mixture over it, and top with Gruyère cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added depth, consider incorporating mushrooms or using different herbs like rosemary. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.