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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
May 04, 2023
96% would make again

Under 30 minutes

Cheesy French Onion Chicken

Inspired by seriouseats.com

Under 30 minutes

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 522
  • Fat 23g
  • Carbs 41g
  • Fiber 4g
  • Sugar 17g
  • Protein 35g

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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