🧅 French Onion Chicken Bake

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven:
    Set it to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Caramelize the onions:
    • In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
    • Add sliced onions and sugar, and cook slowly, stirring often, for about 20–25 minutes until golden brown and soft.
    • Stir in garlic, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth.
    • Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
  3. Prepare the chicken:
    • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
    • Place them in a lightly greased baking dish.
  4. Assemble:
    • Spoon the caramelized onion mixture evenly over the chicken.
    • Sprinkle both cheeses over the top.
  5. Bake:
    • Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Serve:
    • Let rest for a few minutes, then garnish with parsley.
    • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles — perfect for soaking up the onion sauce! 😋

💡 Ashley’s Tip:
You can make it extra creamy by stirring in 2 tbsp of cream cheese or a splash of heavy cream into the onion mixture before baking. It makes the sauce velvety and even more irresistible!


Would you like me to give you a slow cooker version or a pasta bake version of this French Onion Chicken next?

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