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Crock Pot French Onion Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Crock Pot French Onion Chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts with rich cream of chicken soup, savory onion soup mix, and beef broth, slow-cooked to perfection. Topped with melted provolone cheese and crispy fried onions, it delivers classic French onion flavors in a convenient, hands-off slow cooker dish perfect for weeknight dinners served over noodles or rice.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Base

  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 oz onion soup mix
  • 2 cups beef broth

Toppings

  • 6 – 8 slices provolone cheese
  • 1/2 tsp thyme leaves
  • 1 cup French’s crispy fried onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crock Pot: Spray the inside of the Crock pot well with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Add Onions: Spread the sliced yellow onion evenly on the bottom of the Crock pot, creating a flavorful base.
  3. Place Chicken: Arrange the boneless, skinless chicken breasts on top of the onions evenly.
  4. Mix the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, onion soup mix, and beef broth until smooth and combined.
  5. Pour Sauce Over Chicken: Pour the prepared soup mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the Crock pot.
  6. Cook Slowly: Cover with the lid and set the Crock pot to LOW. Allow the chicken to cook undisturbed for 5 hours to develop deep, savory flavors and tenderize the meat.
  7. Add Cheese: After 5 hours, carefully place the provolone cheese slices on top of each piece of chicken.
  8. Melt Cheese: Replace the lid and continue cooking for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  9. Finish with Toppings: Remove the lid and sprinkle the thyme leaves and French’s crispy fried onions evenly on top of the chicken and cheese.
  10. Crisp Onions: Leave the Crock pot uncovered on LOW for about 10 minutes to warm the crispy fried onions and let the thyme release its aroma.
  11. Serve: Serve the French Onion Chicken hot, ideally over cooked noodles or rice to soak up the savory sauce. Enjoy this comforting, flavorful meal!

Notes

  • Spraying the Crock pot prevents the onions and cheese from sticking.
  • Using LOW setting allows the chicken to become very tender without drying out.
  • Adding fried onions at the end keeps them crispy for texture contrast.
  • Serve with noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently to preserve moisture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and toppings
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Find it online: https://jessicasrecipes.com/crock-pot-french-onion-chicken-recipe/