Onion Sauce Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Onion Sauce Chicken recipe, a savory masterpiece that combines tender, golden-browned chicken breasts with a luscious, creamy onion sauce. Caramelized yellow onions bring a deep, slightly sweet richness, while a hint of garlic and dried thyme layers the dish with comforting, aromatic flavors. The sauce, made velvety with heavy cream and chicken broth, envelops the chicken, creating a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for busy evenings yet elegant enough to impress. Serve it over fluffy mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or buttery egg noodles, and don’t forget the fresh parsley garnish for a pop of color and brightness. Whether you're seeking a cozy family meal or a hearty dish to share with guests, this one-pan wonder will have everyone asking for seconds! Perfect for searches like "easy chicken dinner recipes" or "creamy skillet chicken recipes."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 large Yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add butter. Once melted, add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until they soften and caramelize.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic. Stir well to coat and cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to create a smooth sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in the heavy cream and dried thyme. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the chicken for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Garnish the dish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.7 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.2 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 777 mg | 259% | |
| Sodium | 3917 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 227.9 g | 456% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2851 mg | 61% | |
*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.
