French Onion Chicken Breast (Printable Version)
Tender chicken breast layered with savory French onion flavor for a delightful dish.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Chicken
01 -
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
→ Vegetables
02 -
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
→ Dairy
03 -
4 slices Gruyère cheese
04 -
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Broth
05 -
2 cups beef broth, low sodium
→ Seasonings
06 -
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
07 -
Salt to taste
08 -
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Steps to Cook:
01 -
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently until golden brown and caramelized, about 25 minutes.
02 -
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a separate pan, sear chicken over medium-high heat until browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
03 -
Add caramelized onions and thyme to the pan with chicken. Pour beef broth over the mixture, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
04 -
Preheat the broiler. Place slices of Gruyère cheese atop each chicken breast and broil until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Use low and slow heat to caramelize onions for maximum sweetness and flavor.