Some nights you want a real dinner without the fuss, and Crockpot French Onion Chicken Recipe handles that. With 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 large onions, thinly sliced, 2 cups beef broth doing the work in the crock, you get tender results and an easy cleanup.
Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken
In this recipe, chicken breasts are slow-cooked with onions, beef broth, and seasonings, resulting in a flavorful and comforting meal. The dish takes about 6-8 hours in the crockpot and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Slice the onions thinly and set aside.
- Layer Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Top with the sliced onions, then pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper over the top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Add Cheese: If desired, sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese on top during the last 30 minutes of cooking, allowing it to melt.
- Serve: Once done, serve the chicken with the onions and broth over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
When I make Crockpot French Onion Chicken Recipe I like to set the slow cooker before work so dinner is waiting. It is forgiving, so small changes in the seasoning will not ruin it.
