Description
Hearty french onion chicken elevates classic comfort with tender meat and caramelized onion goodness. Melted cheese and rich broth create a delectable meal savored by home cooks seeking satisfying winter warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless)
- 6 cups (1.4 kg) yellow onions (sliced)
- 1 ⅓ cups (170 g) Swiss cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsps butter (melted)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp thyme leaves (fresh, or ¼ tsp dried)
- 1 rounded tsp Dijon mustard
- salt (sea or kosher)
- black pepper
Instructions
- Onion Preparation: Generously spray a 4-5 quart slow cooker, then spread thinly sliced onions across the bottom, creating a flavorful base for the dish.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-blended.
- Seasoning Layer: Drizzle the prepared sauce over onions, gently tossing to ensure complete coating, then arrange chicken breasts on top and season with additional salt and pepper.
- Slow Cooking Process: Cover and cook on low for 5-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, allowing chicken to become tender and onions to caramelize deeply.
- Cheese Finale: In the last cooking stage, layer Swiss cheese over chicken breasts, replacing the lid to create a melted, creamy topping.
- Serving Presentation: Transfer chicken to a serving platter, top with caramelized onions, and drizzle cooking juices around the dish for maximum flavor and moisture.
Notes
- Optimize Onion Preparation: Slice onions uniformly thin to ensure even caramelization and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Master Sauce Whisking: Combine ingredients thoroughly to prevent flour clumping and create a smooth, well-integrated flavor base.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Add Swiss cheese during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to prevent overcooking and maintain a perfectly melted, creamy topping.
- Temperature Control Matters: Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe, juicy results without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg