French Onion Chicken Bake
A savory and comforting French Onion Chicken Bake that combines tender chicken breasts with caramelized onions, melted cheese, and rich beef broth for a flavorful dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over onions, stir for 1 minute to cook out flour taste.
- Add beef broth, garlic powder, and thyme to the onions, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the onion and broth mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Sprinkle shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with crusty French bread or a side of roasted vegetables to soak up the delicious sauce.
Find it online: https://carmenwausa.com/french-onion-chicken-bake/