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Skillet Chicken In Onion Sauce

This skillet chicken in onion sauce is a savory and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, flavorful onion sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it's simple to prepare and pairs well with rice or pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts chicken breasts about 1.5 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Onion Sauce
  • 3 medium yellow onions sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry
  • 1 teaspoon thyme dried

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
  3. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Making the Onion Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the thyme.
  5. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Combining Everything
  1. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the onion sauce over them.
  2. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve with rice or pasta to soak up the delicious onion sauce. For added flavor, top with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives before serving.

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