French Onion Chicken and Rice
A comforting and flavorful one-pan dish combining tender chicken breasts, caramelized onions, and creamy, cheesy rice. Perfect for a cozy family dinner!
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Cutting board & knife
- Whisk
- Oven-safe baking dish (if baking)
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream optional for extra creaminess
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden and caramelized.
- Cook Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Push onions to one side of the pan and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add Rice & Liquid: Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the rice. Cover and let simmer on low heat for 20 minutes until rice is cooked and absorbs the liquid.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and cover for a few minutes until melted.
- Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm!
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Notes
Substitute brown rice but increase cooking time by 10-15 minutes.
For extra flavor, deglaze onions with a splash of balsamic vinegar.
Can be made in the oven: After step 3, transfer to a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
For extra flavor, deglaze onions with a splash of balsamic vinegar.
Can be made in the oven: After step 3, transfer to a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.