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French Onion Chicken
This mouthwatering French Onion Chicken recipe combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions, melted cheese, and juicy chicken, this dish is a true comfort food masterpiece. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress.
With its rich caramelized onions, gooey melted cheese, and perfectly seasoned chicken, this recipe is an absolute showstopper that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. Get ready to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines classic French flavors with the comfort of a hearty chicken dish.
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French Onion Chicken Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Cutlets, (Boneless, Skinless)
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Medium Sized Yellow Onions, Sliced
- 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- ½ Cup All-Purpose Flour
- Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- ½ Teaspoon Paprika
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- ½ Cup Beef Broth or Chicken Broth
French Onion Chicken Recipe
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Saute the onions until they become slightly caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- To the pan, add the balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Stir to combine, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Cook the onions for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are fully caramelized and have a jam-like consistency. Set the caramelized onions aside.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, ensuring both sides are coated evenly. Set the coated cutlets aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the flour mixture for later use.
- In the same skillet used for the onions, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted, add the coated chicken cutlets to the pan.
- Cook the chicken cutlets for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon of flour mixture into the beef broth or stock. Pour the broth into the pan and deglaze it over medium-low heat, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook until the sauce has thickened.
- Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the pan with the thickened sauce. Simmer for an additional 5-8 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Divide the caramelized onions on top of the chicken in the pan.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the onions.
- Cover the pan and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve the chicken cutlets with the flavorful caramelized onion and cheese topping.
- Enjoy this delicious and savory French onion chicken!
French Onion Chicken Tips & Tricks
- Caramelize the onions: Take your time when caramelizing the onions to bring out their natural sweetness. Slice the onions thinly and cook them low and slow over medium heat until they turn golden brown. This process can take around 30 minutes, but the flavor payoff is worth it.
- Use quality cheese: Choose a melty cheese like Gruyere or Swiss to top your French Onion Chicken. These cheeses have a rich and nutty flavor that complements the caramelized onions perfectly. Be sure to grate the cheese fresh for the best melting results.
- Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes: French Onion Chicken pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes. The bread or potatoes soak up the delicious onion sauce, making every bite even more satisfying.
- Double the recipe: If you’re feeding a crowd or want leftovers for later, consider doubling the recipe. French Onion Chicken reheats well and tastes just as delicious the next day.
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French Onion Chicken
Yield:
4
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
40 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
This mouthwatering French Onion Chicken recipe combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions, melted cheese, and juicy chicken, this dish is a true comfort food masterpiece. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Cutlets, (Boneless, Skinless)
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Medium Sized Yellow Onions, Sliced
- 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- ½ Cup All-Purpose Flour
- Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- ½ Teaspoon Paprika
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- ½ Cup Beef Broth or Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Saute the onions until they become slightly caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- To the pan, add the balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Stir to combine, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Cook the onions for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are fully caramelized and have a jam-like consistency. Set the caramelized onions aside.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, ensuring both sides are coated evenly. Set the coated cutlets aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the flour mixture for later use.
- In the same skillet used for the onions, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted, add the coated chicken cutlets to the pan.
- Cook the chicken cutlets for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon of flour mixture into the beef broth or stock. Pour the broth into the pan and deglaze it over medium-low heat, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook until the sauce has thickened.
- Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the pan with the thickened sauce. Simmer for an additional 5-8 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Divide the caramelized onions on top of the chicken in the pan. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the onions.
- Cover the pan and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve the chicken cutlets with the flavorful caramelized onion and cheese topping.
- Enjoy this delicious and savory french onion chicken!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 540Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 178mgSodium: 914mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 2gSugar: 5gProtein: 39g
Delicious!!! Five stars! Made with gluten free flour. Will definitely make again!
i’m so happy to hear that 🙂