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Recipes Featuring French Fried Onions
Published: April 1, 2024
This French Onion Chicken Casserole is my go-to comfort food. Creamy, cheesy, topped with crispy onions, it's a hearty dish that always hits the spot. Simple to make, yet so satisfying!
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This French Onion Chicken Casserole is my go-to dish after a long day. Imagine tender chicken breasts drenched in a creamy sauce, with an appetizing sprinkle of cheddar, all baked to a golden perfection. The final touch? A layer of crispy, crunchy French fried onions. This comfort dish does the trick for a cozy dinner at home. Give it a whirl, your taste buds will thank me.
Ingredients for French Onion Chicken Casserole
- Chicken breasts: Lean protein base for the casserole, adding heartiness and flavor to the dish without overpowering other ingredients.
- Cream of chicken soup: Creamy base that binds the casserole together, providing rich flavor and moisture to the chicken and onions.
- Sour cream: Tangy element that adds creaminess and a slight tang to balance out the richness of the other ingredients.
- Cheddar cheese: Sharp and melty cheese that adds a savory depth and gooey texture to the casserole when baked.
- French fried onions: Crunchy topping that adds a crispy texture and a burst of onion flavor to the finished dish.
One interesting twist you can add to this french onion chicken casserole is to caramelize the onions before incorporating them into the dish. This extra step will enhance the depth of flavor and bring out the natural sweetness of the onions, taking your casserole to the next level of deliciousness.
Read more: Crispy Homemade French Fried Onions Recipe
Kitchen Tools Needed
- Baking dish: To bake and hold the chicken and sauce together while cooking.
- Bowl: To mix the cream of chicken soup and sour cream for the sauce.
- Oven: To bake the chicken casserole until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
Common Questions About This Chicken Casserole
Serves: 6 people
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup French fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together cream of chicken soup and sour cream. Pour over the chicken.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Sprinkle French fried onions over the chicken and bake for an additional 5 minutes until onions are golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Read more: Instant Pot French Onion Soup Recipe
Nutritional value:
Per Serving in Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 30 g | Total Fat: 24 g | Saturated Fat: 10 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5 g | Cholesterol: 95 mg | Sodium: 620 mg | Dietary Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 2 g | Calcium: 200 mg | Potassium: 400 mg | Iron: 2 mg | Vitamin A: 300 µg | Vitamin C: 5 mg
Can I Make This Casserole Ahead of Time?
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare the casserole as instructed but do not bake it.
- Cover the dish tightly with foil or plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking as directed.
Freezing Instructions
- Assemble the casserole but do not bake.
- Wrap the dish well in plastic wrap and foil to prevent freezer burn.
- Label with the date and freeze for up to 3 months.
- When ready to eat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed.
