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I worked in a French restaurant for ten years, and nothing takes me back quite like a warm bowl of French onion soup. This French Onion Chicken trades the spoon for a fork, with juicy, golden-seared chicken smothered in sweet caramelized onions, savory gravy, and plenty of gooey melted Swiss cheese. Everything comes together in one skillet, right on the stovetop, bringing all that deep, restaurant-style flavor into your own kitchen. Not bad for just $1.75 per serving!<\/p>\n

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One thing I love about classic French onion soup<\/a> is how just a handful of inexpensive ingredients can develop so <\/em>much flavor. It’s a classic for a reason, and those caramelized onions are a huge part of it! I wanted that same deep onion flavor in this chicken version, so giving them enough time to turn deeply golden, sweet, and almost jammy makes all the difference. It takes a little patience, but the process is simple, and I’ll walk you through it step by step. Then I use flour, butter, beef broth, dried thyme, and a splash of balsamic vinegar to create a rich gravy with just enough acidity to balance the sweetness of the onions.<\/p>\n

To make the most of the chicken, I slice two large breasts in half horizontally to make four hearty portions. (The ones I used were huge anyway, so each serving is still plenty generous!) The thinner pieces also cook more quickly and evenly, which is a nice bonus. I also swap the traditional Gruyère for budget-friendly Swiss, then pop a lid on the skillet until the cheese is nice and melty. You still get that deliciously cheesy French onion finish without needing to turn on the oven (and the simple cheese swap helps you save a little money in the process!).<\/p>\n

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  1. Remove the chicken as soon as it reaches 165°F to keep it juicy. <\/strong>Thin chicken cutlets can dry out quickly if overcooked, so I always recommend checking the thickest part with a meat thermometer. Once they reach 165°F, transfer them to a plate and loosely tent with foil. This gets them off the direct heat while the onions cook and helps retain some warmth without continuing to fry the chicken.<\/li>\n
  2. Slice the onions thinly so they caramelize more evenly. <\/strong>Thinner slices soften and release moisture faster, helping them caramelize in less time than thick chunks. I follow our caramelized onions<\/a> recipe for this dish, but use vegetable oil along with the butter to help keep costs down.<\/li>\n
  3. Give the onions about 40 minutes (and don’t rush them with high heat!)<\/strong> I start them over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, then reduce to medium for about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally. You’re looking for onions that are deeply golden-brown and very soft. If they’re browning too quickly or starting to burn, lower the heat. You want to develop their natural sweetness, not scorch them!<\/li>\n
  4. Cook the flour in the butter before adding the broth. <\/strong>I push the caramelized onions to one side of the skillet, then stir the flour into the melted butter to create a roux. This thickens the broth into a rich, creamy gravy. Stir well as you add the broth to prevent lumps, and add an extra splash if the gravy gets too thick.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    What to Serve with French Onion Chicken<\/h2>\n

    The only thing missing from the classic French onion soup experience is the crostini! Try toasting thin slices of our no-knead bread<\/a>⁠ until crisp and serving them alongside the chicken to scoop up the extra sauce. A store-bought baguette works just as well if you’re not much of a baker. As for sides, I served my French onion chicken with creamy mashed potatoes⁠<\/a> and sautéed green beans<\/a>⁠, just like you see in the photo here. The potatoes are perfect for soaking up the rich gravy, while the garlicky green beans add a little freshness and crunch. You could also spoon the chicken and onions over creamy polenta<\/a>⁠ for something different.<\/p>\n

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    French Onion Chicken<\/h2>\n

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    Craving French onion soup? This easy French Onion Chicken recipe turns those classic flavors into a hearty skillet dinner with rich onion gravy and cheese.<\/span><\/div>\n
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    Course <\/span>Main Course<\/span><\/div>\n
    Cuisine <\/span>French<\/span><\/div>\n
    Total Cost <\/span>$6.99 recipe \/ $1.75 serving<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Prep Time <\/span>15 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
    Cook Time <\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hour<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
    Total Time <\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hour<\/span> 15 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Servings <\/span>4<\/span> servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
    Calories <\/span>419<\/span>kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
    Author <\/span>Melissa Nolan<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
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