Description
Experience the rich flavors of French cuisine with this delightful French Onion Chicken recipe, where succulent pan-seared chicken thighs are topped with sweet caramelized onions and gooey Gruyere cheese. This dish reimagines the classic French onion soup into a hearty, satisfying keto meal that’s perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice cooks can impress guests with this gourmet-style dish. Enjoy the comfort of bold flavors and the convenience of a one-pan meal that requires minimal cleanup, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 6 medium chicken thighs (skin-on, bone-in)
- 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
- 8 ounces Gruyere cheese (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- In a large oven-proof skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook for another 4 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Add sliced onions to the same skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook on medium-low heat for about 20 minutes until caramelized.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F during the last 10 minutes of caramelizing onions.
- Stir in thyme and vinegar/broth; simmer until reduced by half (about 2 minutes).
- Nestle seared chicken back into the skillet, top with Gruyere cheese, and bake for about 20 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 412
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Use bone-in thighs for juicier meat. Don’t rush the caramelization process; patience leads to richer flavors. Experiment with different broths for unique flavor profiles.