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French Onion Chicken
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Enjoy this flavorful French Onion Chicken recipe. The deep savoriness from the caramelized onions makes this dish truly special. You will love the rich taste.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 4 slices Gruyère cheese (or Swiss cheese)

Instructions

  1. Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 25 to 35 minutes until the onions are deeply caramelized and sweet. This slow process develops the flavor.
  3. Remove the caramelized onions from the skillet and set them aside.
  4. Season the chicken breasts with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.
  5. Add the chicken to the same skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
  6. Add the white wine (if using) to the skillet and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it reduce for 1 minute.
  7. Whisk in the flour until smooth. Slowly pour in the beef broth, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Stir in the fresh thyme. Return the caramelized onions to the skillet and mix them into the sauce.
  9. Nestle the chicken breasts back into the sauce. Top each breast with a slice of Gruyère cheese.
  10. Cover the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Serve the chicken immediately with the onion sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

  • For best results, do not rush caramelizing the onions; patience creates deep flavor.
  • If you skip the wine, use a little extra broth or a splash of water.
  • You can broil the chicken briefly at the end to brown the cheese more intensely.

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