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French Onion Soup Casserole

French onion soup casserole made with caramelized onions, gooey cheese, and sautéed chicken breasts is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. This time of year is a good reason to have a hearty family dinner like this!
French Onion Soup Casserole
Calories 732
Author: Ronalyn
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Ingredients  

  • 4 Chicken breasts or Chicken Tenderloins Skinless chicken breasts, shredded
  • 4 to 6 Slices French bread or Baguettes
  • 1 Teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 Cup Onions thinly sliced
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 Cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Teaspoon Thyme Dried
  • 1 Teaspoon Rosemary Dried
  • 1 1/2 Cups Beef broth
  • 4 to 6 Slices Swiss or Provolone Cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 Tablespoons Garlic Powder
  • 1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup 10.5 oz

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt, garlic, and pepper on both sides.
    4 Chicken breasts or Chicken Tenderloins, Salt and pepper to taste, 1 Tablespoons Garlic Powder, 1 Teaspoon Paprika
  • In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
    2 Tablespoons Butter, 2 Tablespoons Olive oil
  • Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet. Shred and set it aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and cook until they become caramelized and golden brown, stirring occasionally. This process may take about 15-20 minutes.
    1 Cup Onions
  • Once the onions are caramelized, add minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and dried rosemary. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
    2 Cloves Garlic, 1 Teaspoon Thyme, 1 Teaspoon Rosemary, Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pour beef broth, mushroom soup, and shredded chicken into the skillet and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
    4 Chicken breasts or Chicken Tenderloins, 1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup, 1 1/2 Cups Beef broth
  • Transfer the onion mixture to a baking dish or casserole dish.
  • Place a slice of crusty French bread on top of the mixture.
    4 to 6 Slices French bread or Baguettes
  • Lay slices of Gruyere or Swiss cheese over each slice of bread.
    4 to 6 Slices Swiss or Provolone Cheese
  • Place in a preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until cheese begins to brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve this French Onion Soup Casserole with Chicken Breast hot, and enjoy!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American