Description
One-Pot French Onion Chicken & Rice Recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the rich taste of French onion soup with tender chicken and seasoned rice—all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup. This recipe features caramelized onions, savory broth, and a touch of melted cheese, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. In just 45 minutes, you can create a warm meal that feels special yet remains effortless to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions with salt and sugar; cook for 20-25 minutes until deeply caramelized.
- Sear the chicken: Push onions aside; add chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until slightly browned. Stir in garlic.
- Combine rice and broth: Sprinkle rice over the mixture and pour in beef broth. Stir gently to combine.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18-22 minutes until rice is tender.
- Finish with cheese: Turn off heat; sprinkle cheese on top if using. Cover again for five minutes until melted.
- Garnish and serve: Top with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg