All of the flavors of the soup without the fuss.

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Its hard to beat the savory, rich flavor ofFrench onion soup.

Thats why I developed this French onion chicken.

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It takes the flavors of French onion soup and turns it into a hearty main dish.

Plus, it takes just over 30 minutes to make.

Serve with crusty bread or over pasta or mashed potatoes and dinner is served.

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The Trick to Quick Caramelized Onions

Caramelized onions notoriously take ages to make.

This means youll just end up stirring onions for about 10 minutes, rather than up to 40 minutes.

Season the chicken tenderloins all over with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper.

chicken tenderloins cooking in a skillet for french onion chicken recipe

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Add the chicken in a single even layer to the skillet.

Cook, turning as needed, until lightly browned, about 6 minutes total.

Remove from skillet, place on a plate, and set aside.

onions added to skillet (after chicken is removed) for french onion chicken recipe

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Its okay if they are not cooked throughthey will finish cooking later.

Do not wipe the skillet clean.

Preheat the oven to broil with a rack about 6 inches away from the heat source.

caramelized onions in a skillet for french onion chicken recipe

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In the same skillet, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.

Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.

Gradually whisk in the broth and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.

beef broth whisked into the skillet with the caramelized onions and roux for french onion chicken recipe

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Stir in the thyme and remaining 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Remove from the heat.

Sprinkle the top with cheese.

creamy caramelized onions in a skillet for french onion chicken recipe

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Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Garnish with additional pepper and thyme and serve.

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chicken tenderloins added to skillet on top of caramelized onions for french onion chicken recipe

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chicken tenderloins topped with shredded cheese for french onion chicken recipe

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french onion chicken on a plate with a slice of bread at a table setting with another serving on a plate, a glass, a small bowl of herbs, and a bowl of sliced bread

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