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French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

This French Onion Chicken Rice Bake is a comforting, one-dish meal that combines succulent chicken, caramelized onions, and cheesy goodness for a cozy family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1.5 lbs
  • 2 large sweet onions sliced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese shredded
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced onions in a bit of oil until caramelized (about 15 minutes).
  3. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme; place in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle uncooked rice evenly over the chicken, followed by pouring beef broth on top.
  5. Distribute the caramelized onions over the mixture and sprinkle cheese on top.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; remove foil during the last 10 minutes to allow cheese to bubble.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 38gFat: 16g

Notes

This dish is perfect for family gatherings and can be customized with different cheeses and additional ingredients like mushrooms or brown rice.

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