Some nights, I just need a meal that feels comforting and packed with flavor. And let’s be honest, I also love a recipe that doesn’t leave me with a sink full of dishes. This One-Pot French Onion Chicken checks all the boxes. It combines the best parts of French onion soup into a cozy chicken dish, and I can’t wait to try it!
I came across this recipe from Joy the Baker (@joythebaker) and immediately knew it was something I had to make. Caramelized onions? Gruyère cheese? A deep, savory sauce? Say less. This dish is going to be a favorite, especially when I want to make something special without putting in a ton of effort.
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@heyjoythebakerFor dinner: One-Pot French Onion Chicken 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 large onions, thinly sliced 6 sprigs fresh thyme 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese Toasted bread, for serving Instructions: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and sear until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add sliced onions and thyme. Cover and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are caramelized. Deglaze the pan with balsamic vinegar, scraping up any browned bits. Sprinkle flour over the onions, stirring to combine. Pour in chicken broth, stirring until the mixture thickens slightly. Return seared chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the onions. Top with grated Gruyère cheese. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly. Serve hot with toasted bread. For a complete meal, pair with herby mashed potatoes. Enjoy! #creatorsearchinsights #dinnerideas #gooddinner #dinnertiktok #chickendinner #ovendinner #easychickenrecipe #frenchonion #whatsfordinner
♬ original sound - Joy AleneThis recipe feels fancy but is secretly so easy to make—no one will know it didn't take all day! The hardest part is waiting for the onions to caramelize, but trust me, it’s worth every minute. The balsamic vinegar adds a deep, rich tang, and the Gruyère melts into the sauce in the most luxurious way.
You can snag the full recipe for Joy's One-Pot French Onion Chicken in the caption on her TikTok or Instagram page or grab it on her website, but we can help get you started with the shopping list. You'll need kosher salt, freshly cracked black pepper, olive oil, unsalted butter, thinly sliced onions, fresh thyme, balsamic vinegar, flour, chicken broth, grated Gruyère cheese and boneless, skinless chicken thighs. You might also want to pick up some crusty bread for serving, or you can serve it with rustic mashed potatoes like Joy did.
Start by seasoning the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, oven-safe skillet. Sear the chicken on both sides, then remove and set aside. In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the onions and thyme. Cover and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft, deep golden and caramelized.
Pour in the balsamic vinegar, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan (this adds so much flavor). Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well to thicken the sauce. Slowly add the chicken broth, stirring until the mixture becomes slightly thicker.
Nestle the chicken back into the skillet, spooning some of the onion mixture on top. Sprinkle with the Gruyère, then transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Spoon this saucy, cheesy goodness over toasted bread or pair it with mashed potatoes or rice for the ultimate comfort meal.
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What People Are Saying About This Dish
I'm not the only one smitten by this dish. The comments are full of folks who have either made the dish and loved it or can't wait to try it. "I made this for supper on Friday night and Oh My!!!" said one commenter. "Whoa! That looks amazing!," added another. "
I would love to serve this with a side of herby mashed potatoes or even some roasted sweet potatoes. And the best part is that it all comes together in one pan, which means fewer dishes to clean. That's always a win in my book!
If you love French onion soup but want something heartier, this is the dish. Cozy, cheesy and absolutely packed with flavor, it’s the kind of meal that makes any night feel special.
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