Description
At its core, a French Onion Chicken Skillet is a culinary mashup that takes the primary components of the world-famous French onion soup and applies them to tender, juicy chicken breasts. Instead of a bowl of broth, you get a rich, concentrated onion gravy that clings to the meat, all topped with a generous layer of melted, bubbly cheese.
Ingredients
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2 large chicken breasts (or 4 small)
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2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
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½ cup beef broth
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½ cup chicken broth
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or Swiss cheese)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Season the chicken
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. -
Sear the chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for about 5–6 minutes per side until golden. Remove from skillet and set aside. -
Cook the onions
In the same skillet, melt butter and add the sliced onions. Cook on medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft and caramelized. -
Add garlic and seasoning
Stir in garlic and thyme and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. -
Make the sauce
Pour in beef broth, chicken broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for 3–4 minutes. -
Return the chicken
Place the chicken back into the skillet and spoon some of the onion mixture over it. -
Add cheese
Sprinkle shredded Gruyère cheese on top of each piece of chicken. -
Melt the cheese
Cover the skillet and cook for 3–5 minutes until the cheese melts and the chicken is fully cooked. -
Serve
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
This French Onion Chicken Skillet brings together tender chicken, caramelized onions, and melted cheese for a comforting and flavorful meal. It’s an easy one-pan dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken portion
- Calories: 1 chicken portion
Keywords: One Pan French Onion Chicken, Skillet Caramelized Onion Chicken, Cheesy French Onion Poultry Skillet, Stovetop French Onion Chicken Recipe