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French Onion Chicken and Rice

Calling all Caramelized Onion fans for this stove top dinner! This French Onion Chicken and Rice dinner is my take on a French Onion Soup flavour in a family dinner. Made using chicken thigh cutlets for quick cooking and a tender bite every single time!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: North American
Keyword: chicken dinner, one pan dinners, stove top dinners
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 567kcal
Author: Julia Pinney

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large onion peeled, quartered and thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups long grain rice
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups fresh spinach uncooked
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Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine the chicken with the garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Stir well to combine and set aside.
  • In a large skillet set over medium heat, add two tablespoons of the olive oil and the onions. Stir well and cook the onions down until they are golden and caramelized, about 15 minutes. Stir frequently so they don't burn. Remove onions from pan and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the chicken pieces and sear each side for about 2 - 3 minutes until browned but not cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • In the same pan add remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the uncooked rice. Stir well for about one minute. Add the chicken broth, cream, onions and spinach. Stir well and add the chicken pieces on top. Reduce heat to low and cover. Leave to cook for about 20 - 25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked all the way through.
  • Serve and garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

Nutrition Facts
French Onion Chicken and Rice
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 567 Calories from Fat 306
% Daily Value*
Fat 34g52%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
Monounsaturated Fat 16g
Cholesterol 128mg43%
Sodium 846mg37%
Potassium 375mg11%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 23g46%
Vitamin A 287IU6%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 46mg5%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.