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Delicious French onion chicken bake served with melted cheese and fresh herbs

Delicious French Onion Chicken Bake

A comforting one-pan meal featuring succulent chicken breasts in a rich French onion soup sauce, topped with melty Swiss cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups French onion soup (make sure it's halal)
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup sliced onions
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh thyme optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the sliced onions for about 5-7 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
  3. While the onions are cooking, season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, and place them in the bottom of a greased baking dish.
  4. Pour the French onion soup over the seasoned chicken, ensuring they are well-coated.
  5. Spread the sautéed onions over the chicken, then sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese on top.
Cooking
  1. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
  2. Once done, take it out of the oven, let it sit for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh thyme if desired.

Notes

For ingredient substitutions, consider using mozzarella cheese instead of Swiss cheese. For a richer sauce, add a dollop of cream to the French onion soup before pouring it over the chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.