Description
French Onion Chicken Rice is a comforting one-pot meal that combines tender chicken thighs with caramelized onions, savory rice, and gooey cheese. This French-inspired dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Caramelized Onions:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Additional:
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, melt butter and cook onions slowly until golden brown. Add garlic and thyme.
- Cook Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown in the skillet.
- Prepare Rice: Stir in rice, broth, and soy sauce. Simmer until rice is tender.
- Finish Dish: Sprinkle cheese over the top, cover, and let melt. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of chicken broth.
- You can add mushrooms or green beans for extra vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with rice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
