Description
French Onion Chicken is a delectable fusion of tender chicken breasts, rich caramelized onions, and melted Swiss cheese. This comforting dish captures the essence of French cuisine, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests. With its savory flavors and delightful aroma, this recipe will leave everyone at the table craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large yellow or sweet onions
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup Swiss cheese (or Gruyère)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced onions in butter until golden brown (15-20 minutes).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the baking dish.
- Mix beef broth, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and thyme; pour over the chicken.
- Spread caramelized onions over the chicken and top with Swiss cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 115mg