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Crock Pot French Onion Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 5 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Crock Pot French Onion Chicken is a comforting and easy-to-make slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich blend of cream of chicken soup, onion soup mix, beef broth, and topped with melted provolone cheese and crispy fried onions. Perfect for a warm weeknight dinner, it delivers all the savory flavors of classic French onion soup in a hearty chicken dish.

Ingredients

Chicken and Soup 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
  • ½ teaspoon thyme leaves
  • 1 cup French’s crispy fried onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crock Pot: Spray the inside of the Crock pot thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Layer Onions: Spread the sliced yellow onions evenly across the bottom of the Crock pot to form a flavorful base.
  3. Add Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts gently on top of the layer of onions.
  4. Mix Soup and Broth: In a mixing bowl, combine the condensed cream of chicken soup, onion soup mix, and beef broth. Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well blended.
  5. Pour Mixture: Pour the soup and broth mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the Crock pot to coat them thoroughly.
  6. Cook on Low: Cover the Crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW heat. Allow the chicken to cook undisturbed for 5 hours, letting the flavors meld and the chicken become tender.
  7. Add Cheese: After 5 hours, carefully place the provolone cheese slices on top of the chicken breasts within the Crock pot.
  8. Melt Cheese: Replace the lid and continue cooking on LOW for about 10 more minutes until the cheese is fully melted and gooey.
  9. Add Final Toppings: Remove the lid and sprinkle the thyme leaves and French’s crispy fried onions evenly over the top. Leave the Crock pot uncovered and cook on LOW for an additional 10 minutes to warm the crispy onions and integrate the flavors.
  10. Serve: Serve the French Onion Chicken hot, over cooked noodles or rice if desired, to soak up the delicious sauce and juices.
  11. Enjoy: Dig in and savor this easy, richly flavored Crock Pot French Onion Chicken!

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh yellow onions and ensure they are sliced evenly.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your Crock pot model; check chicken tenderness after 5 hours.
  • Pairs well with egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or steamed rice to complement the savory sauce.
  • To make it gluten-free, ensure the onion soup mix and crispy fried onions are gluten-free alternatives.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

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