French Onion Soup Chicken
A savory and cheesy French Onion Soup Chicken with caramelized onions, rich broth, and melted Gruyère cheese. Perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 large onions thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar optional, for depth of flavor
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1 tsp cornstarch for thickening
Chicken & Cooking Oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Cheese & Garnish
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
- 4 slices toasted French bread optional, for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions, salt, and pepper. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Cook for 2 more minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together broth and cornstarch. Pour into the skillet with onions and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove onions from skillet and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Return the caramelized onions to the skillet, spooning them over the chicken.
- Sprinkle Gruyère and mozzarella over each chicken breast. Cover and cook for 5 more minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with toasted French bread for dipping.
Notes
This dish captures the rich, comforting flavors of French onion soup in a hearty chicken entrée. Serve with crusty bread for an authentic experience.