Description
A savory dish featuring tender chicken, caramelized onions, and fluffy rice, all infused with French onion flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook chicken until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Stir in rice and thyme, then pour in chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top, cover, and let melt for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add vegetables like mushrooms or peas.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken and Rice