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Cheesy French Onion Chicken

featured in Everything You Can Do With Thyme

This cheesy French onion chicken is the perfect combination of tender chicken and caramelized onions, all smothered in melted cheese. It's a deliciously savory and indulgent meal that's sure to impress.

Matthew Johnson
Tasty Team
96% would make again
Total Time

1 hr 22 min

1 hr 22 min

Prep Time

10 minutes

10 min

Cook Time

1 hr 12 min

1 hr 12 min

Cheesy French Onion Chicken

Inspired by seriouseats.com

Total Time

1 hr 22 min

1 hr 22 min

Prep Time

10 minutes

10 min

Cook Time

1 hr 12 min

1 hr 12 min

Ingredients

for 6 servings

  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 6 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 1 cup beef stock (235 mL)
  • 2 cups gruyère cheese (200 g), shredded
  • bread, sliced and toasted, to serve

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 537
  • Fat 28g
  • Carbs 18g
  • Fiber 2g
  • Sugar 8g
  • Protein 52g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a bowl, add the chicken thighs, salt, pepper, garlic, dried parsley, and olive oil, and toss until evenly coated.
  2. Add the chicken to a skillet on medium-high heat. Sear until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side of the chicken, 2 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Preheat oven to broil.
  4. Add the butter, sliced onions, salt, and pepper to the same pan, stirring occasionally until softened. Reduce heat to low and cook until they are deeply caramelized, about 1 hour.
  5. Add thyme and beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Add the chicken on top of the onions, and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese.
  7. Broil for 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  8. Serve over bread.
  9. Enjoy!
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