Description
A savory and hearty dish featuring tender chicken smothered in caramelized onions, melted cheese, and rich French onion flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme. Add to the skillet and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Pour broth and Worcestershire sauce into the skillet. Add minced garlic and stir.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded Gruyère and Parmesan cheese over the chicken. Return to the oven for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Use a cast-iron skillet for even cooking.
- Caramelize onions slowly for the best flavor.
- Substitute mozzarella if Gruyère is unavailable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop & Oven
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: french onion chicken, caramelized onion chicken, cheesy chicken recipe