French Onion Chicken
A delightful dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with caramelized onions and melted Gruyère cheese for a comforting and nostalgic meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 3 large Yellow Onions
- 1 cup Gruyère Cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt; stir frequently for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Add thyme: Stir in fresh thyme once onions are caramelized.
- Sear the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, heat olive oil in a separate pan, and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Combine everything: Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish, layer caramelized onions on top, and pour chicken broth in the bottom.
- Top with Gruyère: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes, then sprinkle cheese and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Serve with mashed potatoes or a fresh green salad. For added flavor, sprinkle extra thyme on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: French Onion, Chicken, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Cheese