Easy Caramelized Onion Chicken with Gruyere

Chicken with Caramelized Onions

🕒 Cook Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes

Description

You would not believe the flavor that comes out of such a simple recipe. The onion-cheese combination is delicious, with gruyere cheese bringing out a depth of flavor that Swiss just can’t match. This delightful dish comes from the renowned cookbook by Pol Martin and is perfect for a quick yet impressive meal. Let’s dive into this savory journey! 🍗🧅🧀

Recipe Category

Poultry

Keywords

Meat, Very Low Carbs, < 30 Mins

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 390.8
• Fat Content: 24.6g
• Saturated Fat Content: 7.4g
• Cholesterol Content: 107.7mg
• Sodium Content: 195.8mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 6.2g
• Fiber Content: 1g
• Sugar Content: 2.9g
• Protein Content: 35g

Servings

4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 4 boneless chicken breasts
• 1 cup gruyere cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• Optional: teriyaki sauce and lemon juice for added flavor boost

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Start by slicing your onions thinly and shredding the gruyere cheese. Keep your chicken breasts ready.

2. Caramelize the Onions:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
   • Add the sliced onions to the pan and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with salt and pepper during the cooking process.
   • You want the onions to become golden brown and caramelized. This step is key to bringing out their natural sweetness and deep flavor.
   • Once caramelized, remove the onions from the pan and set them aside.

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • In the same frying pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
   • Place the chicken in the pan and cook for about 5 minutes on each side over medium heat. The goal is to get a nice golden-brown sear on the outside while ensuring the inside remains juicy.
   • For an extra flavor boost, you can add a splash of teriyaki sauce and a squeeze of lemon juice to the pan during the last minute of cooking. This step is optional but highly recommended for a tangy, sweet finish.

4. Assemble the Dish:

   • Preheat your oven’s broiler.
   • Transfer the cooked chicken breasts along with all the pan juices into an ovenproof baking dish.
   • Top each chicken breast with the caramelized onions, making sure to include all the juices and flavorful bits.
   • Generously sprinkle the shredded gruyere cheese over the onions.

5. Broil:

   • Place the baking dish under the broiler for about 3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
   • Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.

6. Serve:

   • Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
   • Serve each chicken breast topped with the gooey, melted cheese and sweet caramelized onions.

This Chicken with Caramelized Onions dish is a perfect blend of savory and sweet, with the gruyere cheese adding a rich, creamy finish. It’s a quick, easy, and incredibly delicious meal that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds! Enjoy this wonderful recipe from Love With Recipes, and savor the delightful flavors in every bite. 🍽️✨