Description
A cozy, flavorful one-dish dinner combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a golden cheesy top, perfect for weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1.5 cups shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese, divided
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper and cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes per side). Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add butter and olive oil to the skillet and cook onions over medium-low heat until deeply golden and caramelized (about 25–35 minutes). Add garlic in the last 2 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, caramelized onions, cooked rice, heavy cream, chicken broth, thyme, salt, pepper, and flour (if using). Stir until evenly combined.
- Add 1 cup of the shredded cheese and mix gently.
- Transfer to a lightly greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown. Optionally broil for 1–2 minutes for a crispier top.
- Serve warm with parsley and your choice of sides.
Notes
Using low-fat dairy, reduced-sodium broth, or smaller amounts of cheese will help reduce calories, fat, and sodium.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 135mg