This French Onion Chicken Bake is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the savory taste of French onion soup with tender chicken breasts. Seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and salt, the chicken is smothered in rich French onion soup and topped with melted light mozzarella cheese. It's a quick and effortless meal that's perfect for chilly evenings.
6 (4 oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breasts, raw
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp seasoned salt
2 tbsp light butter (made with canola oil)
1 yellow onion, peeled and sliced
1 (10 oz.) can French onion soup
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
1/2 cup fat-free or light mozzarella cheese
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Sauté Onions: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until softened and translucent.
Cook Chicken: Season each chicken breast with paprika, garlic powder, and seasoned salt. Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed onions back into the skillet with the chicken. Pour in the French onion soup and beef broth. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add Cheese: Top each chicken breast with light mozzarella cheese.
Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Calories: Approximately 300 kcal
Protein: Approximately 30g
Fat: Approximately 12g
Carbohydrates: Approximately 10g
Fiber: Approximately 1g
Sodium: Approximately 600mg