Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Easy One Pan French Onion Stuffed Chicken recipe. Caramelized onions, gooey cheese, and tender chicken come together for a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Caramelized Onions:
- 2 large yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
Cheese Stuffing:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- toothpicks or kitchen twine (for securing chicken)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the chicken: Slice a pocket into each chicken breast and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Caramelize the onions: In a skillet, cook onions with butter and thyme until caramelized. Add beef broth and simmer.
- Stuff the chicken: Fill each chicken breast with caramelized onions and cheese. Secure with toothpicks or twine.
- Bake: Top chicken with onions and cheese. Bake until cooked through.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest before serving.
Notes
- Consider using Swiss cheese as a substitute for Gruyère.
- For a crispy top, broil the chicken briefly before serving.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: American, French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
