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Creamy French Onion Chicken Skillet

Creamy French Onion Chicken Skillet combines juicy seared chicken, sweet caramelized onions, rich cream sauce, and melted Gruyère cheese in one comforting skillet meal. Inspired by the flavors of classic French onion soup, this easy dinner is perfect for family meals, special occasions, and cozy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ***For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ***For the French Onion Sauce
  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly slicedr,
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1½ cups beef broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • ***Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ***Garnish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Season the Chicken

    Pat chicken dry.
    Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

  2. Step 2: Sear the Chicken

    Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
    Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
    Remove and set aside.

  3. Step 3: Caramelize the Onions

    Reduce heat to medium.
    Add butter and onions.
    Cook slowly for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown and caramelized.
    Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  4. Step 4: Make the Sauce

    Stir in Worcestershire sauce and thyme.
    Pour in beef broth.
    Bring to a simmer.
    Mix cornstarch and water.
    Add to the skillet and stir until thickened.
    Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream.

  5. Step 5: Return the Chicken

    Nestle chicken back into the skillet.
    Spoon onions and sauce over the chicken.

  6. Step 6: Add Cheese

    Sprinkle Gruyère and mozzarella evenly over the chicken.

  7. Step 7: Broil

    Place skillet under the broiler for 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

  8. Step 8: Serve

    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.