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French Onion Chicken Bake

French Onion Chicken Bake

A delicious and comforting dish featuring baked chicken with a rich onion gravy.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 lb bone-in chicken thighs
  • 3 medium yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 2 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp thyme dried
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  • Add sliced onions and sauté for about 10 minutes until they are golden brown.
  • Season chicken thighs with thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the chicken in the skillet and brown both sides for 5-7 minutes.
  • Pour the beef broth over the chicken and onions, then bring to a simmer.
  • Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and cover with shredded Gruyère cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Add fresh parsley for garnish and serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.