Description
A delightful one-pan meal that combines the rich flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and savory rice, topped with gooey melted cheese. This French-inspired dish is a comforting and satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Seasoning:
1 tablespoon olive oil, Salt, and black pepper to taste
Caramelized Onions:
1 large onion (thinly sliced), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Rice Mixture:
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (uncooked), 3 cups chicken broth
Topping:
1/2 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese, 1 tablespoon butter
Garnish:
Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, brown seasoned chicken on both sides, then set aside.
- Caramelize Onions: In the same skillet, cook onions until caramelized, then add garlic, thyme, and smoked paprika.
- Prepare Rice Mixture: Toast rice, add chicken broth, and return chicken to the skillet. Simmer until rice is tender.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in butter, top with cheese, cover to melt, then garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor with a mix of chicken broth and white wine.
- Consider adding mushrooms for added texture.
- This dish is great for meal prep as it reheats well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
