Description
Discover how to make delicious French Onion Stuffed Chicken with this easy recipe. Learn the step-by-step process for a savory and impressive dish!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon (45 ml) s butter
- 5-6 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) fresh thyme
- A pinch each of salt and pepper
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, butterflied
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded mozzarella or gruyere cheese (or a mix of both!)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s olive oil
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) chicken or beef stock
- A few sprigs of fresh thyme
Instructions
- Warm a large cast iron pan over moderate heat and melt the butter in it.
- Once the butter is melted, introduce the thinly sliced onions and let them cook until they become caramelized, stirring frequently as they develop color. Add the fresh thyme, along with a pinch of salt and pepper, stirring to blend the flavors.
- When the onions reach a deep golden hue, transfer them to a separate bowl and switch off the heat under the skillet.
- Mix the mozzarella, gruyere, and parmesan cheeses together in a bowl. Fill each butterflied chicken breast with this cheese mixture and a few spoonfuls of the caramelized onions, securing them with toothpicks. There should be about half a cup or more of the caramelized onions left.
- Reheat the skillet to medium-high and, once hot, pour in the olive oil followed by the chicken breasts.
- Carefully sear the chicken breasts on all sides, ensuring the stuffing stays in place.
- Once browned but not fully cooked, move the chicken to a plate and turn off the heat. Put the remaining caramelized onions back into the skillet, along with the chicken stock.
- Place the chicken breasts back into the onion and stock mixture in the skillet, and add a few sprigs of fresh thyme.
- Bake in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit (75 Celsius).
- After cooking, allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes, then remove the toothpicks and serve each piece with a helping of onions and the flavorful juices from the pan.
Notes
- Add a touch of fresh herbs like parsley or chives to the cheese mixture for enhanced flavor before stuffing the chicken.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly by using a meat thermometer to avoid a dry texture.
- Pair the chicken with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to complement the richness of the cheese and caramelized onions.
