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French Onion Chicken Bake

An easy and flavorful French Onion Chicken Bake featuring caramelized onions and melted cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: garlic powder, thyme, or oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim and season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. In a large skillet, melt butter and caramelize sliced onions over medium heat for about 20 minutes until golden and tender.
  4. Add beef broth to the skillet and allow the onions to soak it up.
  5. Place the chicken in a baking dish, top with caramelized onions, pour remaining broth over, and sprinkle with provolone and mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake until bubbly and chicken is cooked through, about 25-30 minutes.
  7. Serve hot, optionally topping with crispy fried onions.

Notes

Feel free to make substitutions with different types of cheese or add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: French onion chicken, comforting dinner, weeknight meals, baked chicken