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French Onion Chicken Rice Recipe

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French Onion Chicken Rice is a comforting one-pot meal combining tender chicken, caramelized onions, aromatic garlic, and savory beef broth, all cooked together with rice and topped with melted cheese for a delicious twist on classic French onion flavors.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)

Grains

  • 1 cup long grain white rice

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids

  • 3 cups beef broth

Dairy

  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese (or Gruyere for authenticity)
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes until they are golden and caramelized. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add Chicken and Broth: Place the chicken breasts on top of the sautéed onions and garlic. Pour the beef broth over the chicken and onions. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Cook Rice in Mixture: Stir in the rice evenly throughout the pan. Cover the pan with a lid and reduce heat to low. Cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is thoroughly cooked (internal temperature 165°F).
  4. Top with Cheese: Remove the lid and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the cooked rice and chicken. Cover the pan again and let it sit on low heat for 3-5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
  5. Serve: Once the cheese is melted, fluff the rice gently with a fork and serve hot, spooning chicken, rice, and onions on plates.

Notes

  • For deeper onion flavor, allow onions to caramelize slowly over medium-low heat.
  • Substitute chicken broth for beef broth if preferred, but beef broth enhances the French onion flavor.
  • Use Swiss or Gruyere cheese for best melting and authentic taste.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on stovetop or microwave.
  • You can cut chicken into pieces before cooking for faster preparation.

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