French onion chicken bake is a comforting dish that’s rich, creamy, and crunchy.
Tender chicken breasts are smothered in French onion dip and baked under a crispy topping of fried onions, buttery breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese.
You’ll Love French Onion Baked Chicken Because…
- The chicken breasts in this recipe are cooked until tender and juicy.
- The breasts are cooked in a creamy and tangy base that enhances the flavors of the chicken.
- French fried onions, breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese create a golden crunchy crust.
- The result is a comforting main dish that pairs so well with a salad, rice, or pasta.
Ingredients
Chicken: Boneless, skinless breasts become tender and juicy when cooked in the sauce. Chicken thighs, cutlets, or strips are also great in this recipe.
Dip: Creamy and savory French onion dip makes the chicken juicy and moist with an amazing flavor. Can’t find French onion dip? Use a can of creamy onion soup instead.
Topping: French fried onions combined with Panko and parmesan cheese make the topping stay extra crunchy. Omit the Panko for crushed pork rinds for a low-carb topping if desired.
Variations: Add some sliced mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, or asparagus spears to add even more elegance to French onion-baked chicken. For a different flavor profile, try using ranch dip instead and top it with seasoned croutons.
How to Make French Onion Baked Chicken
- Prepare topping (recipe below) and set aside.
- Place chicken in a casserole dish and cover with French onion dip.
- Bake 30 minutes, add the topping, and cook.
- Let rest before serving.
Helpful Hints
- For the best results, use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts into equal thicknesses so they bake at the same rate. Line the casserole dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Cover the casserole with foil if the top is becoming too browned. Feel free to loosen the dip by whisking it with a little milk or half-and-half before adding to the recipe in Step 3.
- Always let meat rest once it’s been removed from the heat source. This allows the juices to recirculate back into the meat as the outer surface cools.
- Keep leftover French onion baked chicken in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat portions in the microwave, or enjoy it cold on top of a salad or in a hearty workday sandwich.
- Freeze portions in a zippered bag for up to one month. Thaw in the refrigerator until ready to reheat or serve.
Baked Chicken Goes Great With…
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French Onion Baked Chicken
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless, 5 oz each
- 1 cup french onion dip
- parsley for garnish
Topping
- ⅓ cup french fried onions finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Combine French fried onions, Panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, and melted butter and set aside.
- Place chicken in a baking dish and cover with french onion dip.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then add the topping and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Notes
- If the topping begins to brown too much, cover lightly with foil.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
- For even cooking, pound chicken breasts so they are similar thickness.
- Allow chicken to rest for about 5 minutes after they are removed from the oven.
- Leftovers will keep in an airtight container for 4 days and in the freezer for 1 month.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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