Description
French Onion Chicken is a comforting dish that beautifully marries tender chicken breasts with sweet caramelized onions and gooey melted cheese. This recipe brings the beloved flavors of French onion soup to the dinner table, creating a heartwarming meal perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Each bite is a delightful experience, elevating your comfort food game while promising satisfaction and smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and thyme; pour over the chicken.
- Top the chicken with caramelized onions and sprinkle with Swiss cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove foil during the last five minutes to let the cheese bubble up.
- Serve hot with drizzled sauce from the baking dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg