French Onion Stuffed Chicken

 Ingredients:

4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 large onions, thinly sliced

2 tbsp unsalted butter

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)

1 cup beef broth

1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

Salt & black pepper to taste

2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, to thicken)

Fresh parsley, chopped (garnish)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).In a skillet, melt butter & olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, cook slowly 20–25 min until golden.Stir in thyme & beef broth, simmer 5 min. (Optional: whisk in flour & cook 2–3 min to thicken.)Cut a pocket in each chicken breast. Season inside & out with garlic powder, onion powder, salt & pepper.Stuff with caramelized onions & cheese. Secure with toothpicks.Sear chicken in an oven-safe skillet, 2–3 min per side until golden.Spoon remaining onions & sauce over chicken. Bake 20–25 min or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).Garnish with parsley & serve hot.

⏱ Prep: 15 min | Cook: 45 min | Total: 1 hr

🔥 Calories: ~420 kcal | Servings: 4