Best 2 French Onion Pasta Recipes

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French onion pasta is a comforting dish that is similar to the classic French onion soup. It combines rich, caramelized onions with succulent pasta, creamy sauce, and a sprinkle of gooey melted cheese for a tantalizing flavor experience. If you're looking for a warm and delicious meal that's easy to make, yet impressive enough for a special occasion, this French onion pasta recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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CREAMY FRENCH ONION CHICKEN & PASTA



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This is a quick and easy recipe i cook quite often. It's a family favourite for us because my partner refuses to eat vegetables.. when i'm cooking for company i halve the amountof pasta and add seasonal steamed vegies =)

Provided by PiXiE

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

500 g skinless chicken breasts (strips or diced)
1 1/2 cups fat free cream
1 (45 g) packet French onion soup mix
350 g pasta shells

Steps:

  • Boil and drain pasta shells.
  • Stir-fry chicken in a LARGE pan until almost golden brown.
  • Turn heat down to low.
  • Pour cream over chicken and stir through.
  • Add french onion mix, Stir until soup is disolved.
  • Mix in pasta shells and/or vegetables until well covered with creamy sauce.
  • Serve.

FRENCH ONION PASTA



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Caramelizing the onions is somewhat time consuming, but it makes all the difference in this delightful twist on French onion for dinner.

Provided by Dana Laurelle

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large Spanish onions, thinly sliced
2 large shallots, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 pound rotini pasta
1 (3 pound) rotisserie chicken
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon dried thyme
3 cloves garlic, chopped
½ cup Marsala wine
1 ½ cups beef broth
4 tablespoons Greek yogurt
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and shallots and cook and stir until onions begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in brown sugar well. Continue to cook over medium heat until well caramelized, 45 to 60 minutes. Stir occasionally, being sure to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • While onions cook, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Bone chicken and cut meat into chunks.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Add flour, thyme, and garlic to the caramelized onions. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add Marsala wine, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Add beef broth. Cook over medium-low heat, whisking continually until thickened, about 10 minutes. Add Greek yogurt and mix well.
  • Stir pasta, chicken, and mozzarella cheese into the sauce. Mix thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into an oven-safe dish. Top with Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh thyme for fancier presentation at serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.1 calories, Carbohydrate 56.2 g, Cholesterol 103.7 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 40.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 416.7 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality beef broth as the base of your sauce. A flavorful broth will make all the difference in the final dish.
  • Don't be afraid to caramelize the onions slowly. This will bring out their natural sweetness and deepen their flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in your sauce. A combination of Gruyère, Parmesan, and Fontina will give you a rich and complex flavor.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, topped with additional cheese and parsley.

Conclusion:

French onion pasta is a classic dish that is both delicious and easy to make. By following these tips, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in your own home. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful pasta dish, give this recipe a try.

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