Description
French Onion Chicken Bake is a savory and comforting dish that combines tender chicken with rich, caramelized onions and melted cheese, all baked in one pan for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced onions. Cook until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the caramelized onions over the chicken, followed by the beef broth.
- Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese and thyme over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the onions while caramelizing.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with onions and cheese
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Bake, one-pan meal, chicken recipe, comfort food