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★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★
Caramelized onions and melted cheese smother this oven-baked chicken dish. A savory broth is created as this dish cooks to create an amazing chicken dish that pairs well with rice and veggies for a complete meal.
Made with French Onion Soup Mix
This dish hits all the right notes of warmth and sophistication yet is so easy to pull off using a packet of French onion soup mix!
Flavor-infused in 40 Minutes
In just 40 minutes, you can transform ordinary chicken breasts into a mouthwatering meal packed with the rich flavors of French onion soup and gooey melted cheese.
Add Some Variety
This recipe is very versatile. You can change up the type of cheese you use, add herbs, and choose your broth — chicken or beef both work great. If you make this dish often, try mixing it up each time you make it so it never gets boring.
★ Ingredients You'll Need ★
This recipe is super simple and very versatile.
Here's all you'll need.
- Chicken. You can use chicken breasts, cutlets, or even chicken thighs. Just keep in mind cook time may vary depending on the cut of chicken you choose.
- Onion. Any kind of onion works. Yellow, red, or white. The flavor will vary depending on the onion you choose. Red will be a bit sweeter and more mild.
- Onion soup mix. This is a seasoning packet you can find in the soup aisle. This is a very easy way to add a lot of flavor in one step.
- Broth. You can use beef or chicken broth. Beef is traditionally used in French onion soup but if you prefer chicken broth with the chicken, you can certainly do that. Try both and see which you like if you aren't sure.
- Cheese. A combination of mozzarella and Provolone cheese is my favorite option but you can also use Gruyère, Parmesan, or an Italian cheese blend.
- Butter. This is simply to grease the pan. You can use cooking oil if you prefer. Butter does add a subtle creamy taste that is nice which is why I like to use butter for this recipe.
- Herbs. Salt and pepper can be added to taste. And herbs like thyme and rosemary compliment and enhance the flavor of French onion very nicely. Add fresh or dried herbs if you'd like.
That's it. Very simple! Just 6 main ingredients.
★ How to Make this Recipe ★
This French onion soup chicken is very simple to prep and cook!
Here's a quick overview of each step:
- Sear chicken then set aside.
- Sauté onions.
- Pour in French onion soup mix and broth.
- Add chicken back to pan.
- Top chicken with cheese.
- Bake. Garnish and serve.
Super simple! So GOOD.
★ Tips & FAQs ★
- Using a cast iron skillet distributes heat evenly, allowing for a more consistent and flavorful result.
- Searing the chicken before baking helps lock in the juices and adds a nice color and flavor to the dish. Be sure not to fully cook the chicken during this step; it will finish cooking in the oven.
- Take your time caramelizing the red onions. This step enhances the sweetness and depth of flavor in the dish.
- Provolone cheese works well in this recipe, but you can experiment with other types of cheese like Gruyère, Swiss, or mozzarella for different flavor profiles.
- Be cautious not to overcook the chicken in the oven, as it can make the meat dry. Check the chicken's internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F.
- Serve the dish with side dishes that complement the flavors, such as mashed potatoes, rice, garlic bread, steamed vegetables, or a simple green salad.
- Chicken breasts can vary in thickness, so if you have very thick ones, consider pounding them to even thickness before searing. This helps ensure they cook evenly in the skillet and oven.
Yes, you can use bone-in chicken, such as chicken thighs or drumsticks for this recipe. Just be aware that the cooking time may need to be adjusted to ensure the chicken is cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
Yes, this dish is excellent for preparing in advance for a party of special occasion. You can make it earlier in the day and reheat it just before serving. Keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat it in the oven.
While red onions are commonly used for their milder and slightly sweet flavor, you can substitute them with yellow or white onions if needed. The flavor profile will be slightly different, but it will still work well.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. After that, the quality may start to deteriorate and the dish may become less flavorful.
Freeze the chicken and sauce in an airtight container for up to 2-3 months. When you're ready to enjoy it, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight.
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French Onion Soup Chicken Bake
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- 2 oz package French onion soup mix
- ½ cup beef broth (4oz)
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese blend
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350˚.
- Pound flat and season chicken. Lay chicken breast on a cutting board and cover with plastic wrap. Pound flat to achieve an even thickness.Season both sides with salt and pepper as desired.
- Sear chicken. In a cast iron skillet, or oven-safe pan, melt butter over medium-high heat.Add chicken breasts to the skillet and sear each side for about 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove seared chicken and set aside.
- Sauté onion and create broth. Add sliced onion to skillet. Sauté onion for a 3-5 minutes until translucent and starts to caramelize. Stir to prevent burning. You want the color to be brown, not black. Adjust the heat down as needed to prevent blackening.Once onions are caramelized, add the onion soup package and beef broth.
- Add chicken to broth, top with cheese. Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Spoon some sauce over the chicken. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over top of the chicken.
- Bake. Carefully transfer the skillet into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165˚. Cheese should be bubbling and golden brown.
- Serve. Serve your French onion chicken hot, spooning some of the flavorful sauce over the chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
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