Description
French Onion Chicken Rice is a comforting one-pan dish that combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions, tender chicken, and creamy rice. Perfect for cozy dinners, this recipe delivers the warm embrace of French onion soup in every bite. With its golden-brown appearance and gooey cheese topping, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Dive into this hearty meal that’s as satisfying to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large sweet yellow onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear each side for about 5 minutes until browned.
- Add rinsed rice evenly around the chicken, pour in chicken broth, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Top with shredded Gruyère cheese and fresh thyme; cover until the cheese melts (about 3-5 minutes).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 423
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg