We love that this recipe comes together in one skillet and in less than an hour, meaning it’s WAY faster than French Onion Soup. Dunking good bread into the extra pan sauce is highly encouraged.

Best French Onion Chicken

YIELDS: 4 SERVINGS

PREP TIME: 0 HOURS 10 MINS

TOTAL TIME: 0 HOURS 45 MINS

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
• 2 tsp. freshly chopped thyme
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 3/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1″ pieces
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 c. low-sodium beef broth
• 1 c. shredded Gruyère
• Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Add onions and season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally until onions are caramelized and jammy, about 25 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Turn off heat and remove onion mixture. Wipe skillet clean.
2. In a large bowl, season chicken with salt, pepper and oregano, then toss with flour. Heat remaining oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden on all sides and mostly cooked through, about 8 minutes.
3. Add beef broth and return caramelized onions to skillet. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through and beef broth reduces slightly, about 10 more minutes.
4. Add Gruyère and cover skillet with a lid. Cook until cheese is melty, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and garnish with parsley before serving.

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