Cheesy French Onion Chicken

This recipe takes the rich flavors of classic French onion soup and transforms them into a hearty and satisfying chicken dish. Juicy chicken breasts are smothered in deeply caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and melted cheese – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal, this comforting dish is ideal for chilly evenings. Serve it over mashed potatoes, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter

For the French Onion Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, helps caramelization)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional, substitute with chicken broth)
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (provolone also works)

For Garnish (Optional):

• Fresh parsley, chopped