If you're looking for an easy, hearty, and flavorful dish to make in your crock pot, look no further than French onion chicken. This classic dish is simple to prepare, and the slow cooker method ensures that the chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender. Plus, the combination of rich, caramelized onions, savory herbs, and melted cheese makes this dish a surefire hit with the whole family. Whether you're a beginner cook or a seasoned pro, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your weekly meal rotation.
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SLOW-COOKER FRENCH ONION CHICKEN
Caramelized sweet onions slow cook with bone-in chicken breasts to make a delicious French onion-style dish. Serve with slices of toasted garlic cheesy bread so you can soak up the flavorful sauce. Add a side of Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes for a complete dinner.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 4h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Spray inside of 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 cup butter over medium-high heat. Add onions, 1 tablespoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper; cook 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions start to soften.
- Reduce heat to medium; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions are starting to brown. Add chicken broth; heat to simmering. Remove from skillet to medium bowl.
- Season chicken breasts with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; add chicken, skin-side down, to skillet. Cook over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Transfer to slow cooker; top chicken pieces with onion mixture. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 3 to 3 1/2 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest parts are cut to bone (at least 165°F).
- Remove chicken from slow cooker to serving platter; cover and keep warm. In small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water with whisk; beat into onion mixture in slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 10 to 15 minutes or until bubbly and slightly thickened. Top chicken with sauce.
- Meanwhile, heat oven to 375°F. In small microwavable bowl, microwave 2 tablespoons butter and the garlic powder uncovered on High 20 to 30 seconds or until melted. Brush butter mixture on both sides of bread. Arrange on 15x10x1-inch pan; top each slice with 1 tablespoon of the shredded cheese. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread is slightly toasted; remove from oven.
- Serve chicken with toasted bread. Garnish chicken with additional thyme or parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 840, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 200 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 66 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1390 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g
SLOW COOKER FRENCH ONION SOUP
This is a ridiculously easy soup, especially since it cooks in a slow cooker! When it's been simmering all day, you come home to an amazing aroma and a fabulous meal for a cold winter day.
Provided by Chandrav
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Onion Soup Recipes French Onion Soup Recipes
Time 5h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat butter in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat; cook and stir onions until they become translucent, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle onions with sugar; reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring constantly, until onions are soft and browned, at least 30 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir sherry into onion mixture and scrape bottom of pot to dissolve small bits of browned food from the pot. Transfer onions into a slow cooker and pour in beef broth. Season to taste with sea salt; stir in thyme and bay leaf. Cover cooker, set on High, and cook 4 to 6 hours. If desired, set on Low and cook 8 to 10 hours.
- About 10 minutes before serving, set oven rack about 8 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet.
- Broil bread slices until toasted, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
- Combine Gruyere, Emmental, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses in a bowl, tossing lightly. Fill oven-safe soup crocks 3/4 full of onion soup and float a bread slice in each bowl. Top with about 2 tablespoons of cheese mixture per serving.
- Place filled bowls onto a baking sheet and broil until cheese topping is lightly browned and bubbling, about 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 595.9 mg, Sugar 6 g
FRENCH ONION CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, mushroom, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, french onion soup, shredded mozzarella cheese, red pepper flakes, worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, italian seasoning, butter, salt, pepper
Provided by Alyssa McHugh
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large cast iron skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms, onion, and bell pepper and sauté until starting to soften.
- Add garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add in red pepper flakes, cayenne, Italian seasoning, and Worcestershire. Then, remove veggies and set aside.
- Add chicken to skillet and cook until brown on each side (about 3-5 mins per side).
- Add in a can of French onion soup and let simmer for 10 mins, or until soup starts to coat chicken.
- Add veggies back to the pan and stir.
- Top chicken breasts with shredded mozzarella
- Cook in the oven at 350°F for 8-10 mins or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 2 grams
FRENCH ONION CHICKEN
Tasty meal for a family on the go. This is one of my go-to meals when it's dinnertime and I haven't had the time to plan for our meal. Serve over pasta, rice, steamed veggies, or by itself.
Provided by Pamelia
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly spray the bottom of a 3-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Place chicken breasts in the prepared dish and top with mushrooms. Mix cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and onion soup mix together in a bowl; pour over chicken and mushrooms. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 79.6 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 630.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
CROCK POT FRENCH ONION CHICKEN
Easy and tasty! I came up with this one morning from what was left in my pantry. Even I was surprised at how well it turned out! You may consider using broth instead of water or thickening the juice into gravy. Either way, it is delicious!
Provided by DoctorMel
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 6h10m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut onions into large chunks (I halved mine) and place in the bottom of crock pot.
- It is best to use enough onions to form a single layer on the bottom of the pot.
- Add garlic cloves.
- Place chicken on top of onions and garlic.
- Dust chicken and onions with onion soup mix.
- Add water until chicken is 2/3 covered.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours depending on size of crock pot.
- Mine took 6 hours in a 4qt pot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 832.4, Fat 46.8, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 213.9, Sodium 2494.8, Carbohydrate 45.6, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 13.2, Protein 55.6
Tips:
- Use a variety of onions: Different onions offer different flavors, so feel free to mix and match. Yellow onions are a good all-purpose choice, while white onions are milder and red onions have a slightly sweet flavor.
- Caramelize the onions slowly: This step takes time, but it's worth it. Slowly caramelizing the onions will bring out their natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Use a good quality chicken broth: The broth is a key ingredient in this dish, so make sure to use a good quality broth. You can use homemade broth or a store-bought brand that you trust.
- Season the chicken well: Don't be afraid to season the chicken generously. This will help to ensure that the chicken is flavorful throughout.
- Cook the chicken on low: Cooking the chicken on low will help to keep it moist and tender.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: This dish is delicious served with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. You can also add a side of vegetables or salad.
Conclusion:
Crock Pot French Onion Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the caramelized onions are perfectly sweet and savory. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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