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French Onion Chicken is an easy dinner recipe made with juicy chicken, caramelized onions, and melted cheese. A simple family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights.
If you love the flavor of French onion soup, this French Onion Chicken is a dinner you need to try. Tender chicken is cooked in a rich onion sauce and topped with melted cheese for an easy meal that feels a little special without being complicated.
This is the kind of dinner I make when I want something comforting and flavorful but still easy enough for a weeknight. It uses simple ingredients, comes together without much fuss, and is one of those meals that makes everyone think you spent a lot more time in the kitchen than you actually did.
Whether you’re looking for an easy chicken dinner, a one pan meal, or a comforting family recipe, this French Onion Chicken is one you’ll want to keep on repeat.
How to make French Onion Chicken:
Start by slicing your chicken breasts and pounding them if they are too thick. Season and flour the chicken then cook them in a pan with the hot oil. Once the chicken is seared on both sides for about 3-4 minutes, set them aside. In the same pan cook the onions with the butter. Cook the onions and simmer them for about 30 minutes. Once the onions are ready add the chicken back to the pan, along with the French Onion Soup and Beef Broth. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked. Top with the cheese and allow it to melt. Serve and enjoy!
Ingredient Notes:
- Chicken Breast – Boneless, skinless chicken breasts cook quickly and work perfectly in this recipe. Chicken thighs can also be used.
- Paprika
- Garlic Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Flour
- Oil – I used EVOO.
- Butter – unsalted.
- Yellow Onion – These become sweet and flavorful as they cook, creating that classic French onion flavor.
- French Onion Soup
- Beef Broth – Adds depth and richness to the sauce.
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese and Shredded Gruyere Cheese – These melt beautifully and pair well with the onions.
Directions:
Step One – Slice chicken length wise. Pound chicken as needed to ensure they are all even thickness. This will help make sure your chicken cooked evenly without drying out.
Step Two – Season chicken breast on both sides with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Then sprinkle on flour.
Step Three – Heat oil in pan. Once heated add in chicken breast. Sear on each side 2-3 minutes then remove it from the pan and set it aside.
Step Four – In the same pan add butter. Cook until onions start to soften. Reduce heat and allow to cook on low for 30 minutes until caramelized. Stirring occasionally.
Step Five – Return chicken to pan. Add French onion soup and broth into your pan.
Step Six – Cook on medium for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Step Seven – Top with cheese and place lid back on until cheese is melted 2-3 minutes.
Tips for Best Results
- Don’t rush the onions. They develop the best flavor when cooked slowly.
- Use a meat thermometer and cook chicken to 165°F.
- Cover the skillet after adding cheese to help it melt quickly.
- Serve extra sauce over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
Yes, chicken thighs work great and stay very tender.
What cheese is best for French Onion Chicken?
Swiss, provolone, mozzarella, or Gruyère are all delicious choices.
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can caramelize the onions ahead of time and finish the recipe later.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Try some of my other favorite Chicken Recipes:
Ranch Chicken – This baked Ranch Chicken is a super flavorful and easy to make dinner. Just 4 simple ingredients and you can have a great chicken dinner ready for the family in about 30 minutes!
Salsa Chicken – Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken is an easy crockpot dinner made with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for tacos, rice bowls, salads, and busy weeknights.
Ritz Chicken – This Ritz Chicken is crispy and buttery. The perfect family dinner recipe and a recipe your kids will also love.
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French Onion Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breast
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup flour
- 3 tablespoon oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, (sliced)
- 1 can french onion soup
- ½ cup beef broth
- ½ cup shredded mozz
- ½ cup shredded gruyere
Instructions
- Slice chicken length wise. Pound chicken as needed to ensure they are all even thickness. This will help make sure your chicken cooked evenly without drying out.
- Season chicken breast on both sides with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Then sprinkle on flour.
- Heat oil in pan. Once heated add in chicken breast. Sear on each side 2-3 minutes then remove it from the pan and set it aside.
- In the same pan add butter. Cook until onions start to soften. Reduce heat and allow to cook on low for 30 minutes until caramelized. Stirring occasionally.
- Return chicken to pan. Add French onion soup and broth into your pan.
- Cook on medium for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Top with cheese and place lid back on until cheese is melted 2-3 minutes.
Notes
Yes, chicken thighs work great and stay very tender. What cheese is best for French Onion Chicken?
Swiss, provolone, mozzarella, or Gruyère are all delicious choices. Can I make this ahead of time?
You can caramelize the onions ahead of time and finish the recipe later. How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
