French Onion Chicken with Turkey Bacon: Indulgent Comfort Food
Indulge in the rich flavors of French Onion Chicken topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until caramelized.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for a few minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add the beef broth and thyme, then transfer the skillet to the oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- In the last 5 minutes, top the chicken with turkey bacon and Gruyère cheese, then return to the oven.
- Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove from the oven and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the broth overnight.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon