Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this French Onion Chicken Recipe, where succulent chicken thighs are seared to perfection and topped with sweet caramelized onions and gooey Gruyere cheese. This delightful dish transforms the classic French onion soup into a hearty meal that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or elegant dinner parties. Ready in just about 75 minutes, it is as easy to prepare as it is impressive, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight meals and special occasions. Pair it with a fresh salad or serve over cauliflower rice for a satisfying, versatile dinner that pleases everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium chicken thighs (skin-on, bone-in)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 8 ounces Gruyere cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry, season with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Heat butter in a cast iron skillet over medium heat; sear chicken thighs skin side down for 4–5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 4 minutes. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes until caramelized.
- Preheat oven to 375°F during the last 10 minutes of onion cooking.
- Stir in thyme and vinegar; simmer until reduced by half.
- Nestle chicken back into the skillet among onions and sprinkle with Gruyere cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with toppings
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg