Crock Pot French Onion Chicken
Indulge in the comforting, savory flavors of Crock Pot French Onion Chicken, a slow-cooked masterpiece that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with rich, caramelized onions and a decadent layer of melted Gruyère cheese. Perfectly seasoned with thyme, garlic, and a splash of dry white wine, this dish brings the classic essence of French onion soup to your dinner table in a hearty, satisfying form. With just 20 minutes of prep time, the crock pot does all the work, infusing the chicken with irresistible flavor over several hours. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners, serve this one-pot wonder with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 large Yellow onions
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 0.5 cups Dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and slice the yellow onions into thin, even slices.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become soft and golden brown (caramelized).
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet with the onions in the final 2 minutes of cooking. Stir to combine.
Lightly grease the inside of your crock pot. Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot in a single layer.
Pour the caramelized onions and garlic over the chicken breasts, ensuring that they are evenly distributed.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef broth, dry white wine, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken and onions in the crock pot. Add the bay leaf on top.
Set the crock pot to cook on low heat for 5-6 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Once cooking is complete, remove the bay leaf and discard it. Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the top of the chicken and onions. Cover the crock pot and let it sit for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted.
Serve the French Onion Chicken warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Pair with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.2 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.5 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 783 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 5891 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 278.8 g | 558% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1970 mg | 152% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 3206 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
