Best 10 Crunchy Onion Chicken Recipes

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Crispy onion chicken is a classic dish that is sure to please everyone. The crispy onion coating adds a delicious crunch, while the chicken remains moist and juicy. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. There are many different ways to make crunchy onion chicken, but some of the most popular recipes involve using a combination of flour, breadcrumbs, and onion flakes. The chicken is then coated in the mixture and fried until golden brown. Other recipes may use a combination of butter, olive oil, and garlic to create a flavorful coating for the chicken. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to end up with a delicious and satisfying meal.

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CRUNCHY FRENCH ONION CHICKEN



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Awesome crunchy baked chicken that goes good with any side dish. Quick and easy, too!

Provided by Janine S.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ⅓ cups French-fried onions, crushed
1 egg, beaten
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spread crushed onions in a shallow bowl. Pour beaten egg into a separate shallow bowl.
  • Dip chicken into beaten egg, then press into crushed onions. Gently tap chicken to let loose pieces fall away. Put breaded chicken to a baking sheet.
  • Bake chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 112.4 mg, Fat 40 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 731.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

FRENCH'S CRUNCHY ONION CHICKEN



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I found this recipe in a Woman's World magazine. It only contains a few ingredients which is always a plus. I haven't tried it yet but it seems like it'll be a tasty and quick meal.

Provided by StephanieNS

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups french's original or cheddar French-fried onions
2 tablespoons flour
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Crunch French Fried Onions with flour in a plastic bag.
  • Dip chicken into the egg and then coat in onion crumbs.
  • Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes until chicken is no longer pink.

CRUNCHY ONION BARBECUE CHICKEN



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I threw this crispy BBQ chicken recipe together one night when I had two chicken breasts to use up. After adding french-fried onions and baked-on barbecue sauce, I was thrilled with how moist and tasty it turned out. My husband was, too! -Jane Holey, Clayton, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1-1/3 cups french-fried onions, crushed
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 440°. Place barbecue sauce in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine onions, cheese and pepper. Dip both sides of chicken in barbecue sauce, then 1 side in onion mixture., Place chicken, crumb side up, on a greased baking sheet. Bake until a thermometer reads 165°, 22-27 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein.

FRENCH'S CRUNCHY ONION CHICKEN



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Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups (4 ounces) French's® Original or Cheddar French Fried Onions
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1 Eggland's Best egg, beaten

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine onions and flour. Lightly crush with hands or a rolling pin. Transfer to pie plate or waxed paper., Dip chicken into egg; then coat with onion mixture. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts :

FRENCH'S CRUNCHY ONION-BREADED CHICKEN



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Found this recipe in the parenting magazine. Simple to make and tastes good! i like to serve it with rice and some corn on the side

Provided by Yesi09

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 chicken breasts, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 small onion, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
salt & pepper, to taste
1 1/3 cups French's French fried onions, crushed
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thin sliced
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken with onions, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Crush french fried onions in a plastic bag.
  • Dip chicken into egg, then coat in onion crumbs.
  • Bake 20 min at 400 degrees until cooked through.

CRUNCHY CHEDDAR & ONION CHICKEN BREAST~ROBYNNE



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If you're looking to jazz up chicken breast, add this easy recipe to your dinner rotation. It's crunchy, cheesy, and super flavorful. We really like the crunchy breading on top. The blend of spices added with the cheese, crispy rice cereal, and fried onions tickle your taste buds. Your family will fall in love with this baked...

Provided by Robynne Glenn

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 c butter, melted
1 tsp garlic salt
1 c all-purpose flour
2 tsp salt
2 tsp black pepper
4 tsp granulated garlic
2 eggs
2 Tbsp milk
2 c sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 c French's french fried onions, crushed
1 c Panko bread crumbs
1 c crispy rice cereal
6 chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
4 Tbsp butter, melted

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 13x9x2" baking dish with 1/2 cup of melted butter.
  • 2. Sprinkle garlic salt on chicken breast and set aside.
  • 3. In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, pepper, and granulated garlic. In a second bowl, beat together the egg and milk. In a third bowl, mix the cheese, bread crumbs, fried onions, and cereal. Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, then press in the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
  • 4. Arrange the chicken (do not overcrowd) in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle 4 tablespoons melted butter evenly over chicken. (My family loves extra crunchies, so I make sure to add some of the leftover bread crumbs between the chicken before adding the butter.)
  • 5. Bake 35-45 minutes or until coating is golden brown and chicken juices run clear.

CRUNCHY CHICKEN NUGGETS WITH GREEN ONION HONEY DIP



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Provided by The Hearty Boys

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 nuggets

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup crunchy corn cereal (recommended: Cap'n Crunch)
1 cup crispy rice cereal (recommended: Rice Krispies)
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
12 chicken tenders, halved
2 eggs, beaten
2 1/2 cups canola oil
Green Onion Honey Dip, recipe follows
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Put the 2 cereals into a gallon-sized bag and seal. Place on a flat surface and, using a rolling pin, crush the cereal until it's still slightly chunky. Pour into a medium sized bowl and add the flour, salt and pepper and mix to combine.
  • Dip the chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, 1 at a time, and transfer to the breading mix. Coat well and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Pour the oil into a large saucepan and place over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Test the oil by dropping a bread cube in; if it browns within 1 minute the oil is ready. Drop the chicken nuggets into the hot oil, 4 pieces at a time, and cook 2 minutes, or until the breading is golden and the chicken is cooked through. Repeat with the remaining chicken nuggets. Keep warm in a low oven until ready to serve.
  • Place all ingredients in a small bowl and mix until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.

FRENCH'S CRUNCHY ONION CHICKEN



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I'm usually not one to use recipes found on cans or packages. However, this one sounded easy and used items I had on hand. The recipe was found on the back of a French's French Fried Onions (original) package. The chicken breasts were moist and very good. I did add pepper to mine that wasn't called for in the original...

Provided by Connie Ottman

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 2.8 oz can if french's original french fried onions- crushed
2 Tbsp flour
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 egg- beaten
pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Empty fried onions into a gallon ziplock bag. Crush onions in bag.
  • 2. Add flour to the onions.
  • 3. Beat egg in a separate bowl.
  • 4. Dip chicken into egg mixture. Then drop into onion ziplock bag.
  • 5. Press onion mixture firmly onto chicken.
  • 6. Lightly grease a casserole dish. Put chicken into casserole dish. Add pepper to taste.
  • 7. Bake in 400 degree oven for twenty minutes until no longer pink in the center.

CRUNCHY ONION CHICKEN AND NOODLE DINNER



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This easy to make , delicious casserole is sure to please.

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can(s) (10 ounces) cream of chicken soup
1-1/4 c milk
1 can(s) (4 ounces) french fried onions
1 c frozen vegetables (corn, peas and carrots etc. ).
2 c cubed cooked chicken or turkey
2 c noodles, cooked and drained
1-1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Stir soup, milk, 1 cup French Fried Onions, vegetables, chicken, noodles and 1/2 cup cheese in a 2 quart baking dish.
  • 2. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until hot. Stir. Top with remaining cheese and French Fried Onions. Bake 5 minutes or until onions are golden.

CRUNCHY ONION CHICKEN



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Categories     Chicken     Bake     Quick & Easy     Dinner

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 oz. can of French's French Fried Onions
2 tbsp flour
boneless chicken breasts
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Crush onion rings and flour in a plastic bag, dip chicken into egg; then coat in onion crumbs. Place on baking sheet and cook 20 min. at 400 .

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken breasts: For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about the same size so they cook evenly.
  • Tenderize the chicken: To make the chicken extra tender, pound it with a meat mallet or rolling pin before cooking.
  • Use a flavorful breading: The breading is what gives the chicken its crunchy exterior and delicious flavor. Be sure to use a breading mix that contains a variety of spices and herbs.
  • Fry the chicken in hot oil: When frying the chicken, be sure to use oil that is hot enough to create a crispy crust. The ideal oil temperature is between 350°F and 375°F.
  • Drain the chicken on paper towels: After frying the chicken, drain it on paper towels to remove any excess oil.

Conclusion:

Crunchy onion chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its crispy breading and flavorful filling, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or coleslaw.

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