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French Onion Chicken Bake

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A delicious baked chicken dish topped with caramelized onions and melted Gruyere cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 6 medium onions (thinly sliced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (sliced) garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp flour
  • 1 cup beef broth / beef stock
  • 1 cup gruyere cheese (shredded/grated)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C. Flatten chicken, season with salt and pepper.
  • Sear chicken until golden, then set aside. Cook onions in butter until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  • Add garlic, thyme, balsamic vinegar, then stir in flour and pour in beef broth. Simmer briefly.
  • Return chicken to pan, top with onions and cheese, then bake until bubbly and cheese melts.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the onions caramelize slowly and use high-quality cheese.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Cheese, chicken, onions