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Creamy Caramelized Onion Chicken

Creamy Caramelized Onion Chicken combines tender seasoned chicken with golden onions and a rich cream sauce.
Cook the chicken, caramelize the onions, then simmer everything in a creamy Parmesan sauce.
Serve with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or vegetables for an easy weeknight dinner
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 2 –3 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup finely chopped or thinly sliced onions
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey or sugar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions
 

  • Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
  • In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Season both sides of the chicken evenly.
  • Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a clean plate.
  • Reduce the heat to low-medium. Add the butter and onions to the same skillet. Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft and beautifully golden.
  • Add the balsamic vinegar and honey. Cook for another 1–2 minutes, stirring to coat the onions.
  • Increase the heat and whisk in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the skillet.
  • Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Let the sauce gently simmer for 1–2 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese, if using. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of chicken broth.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy onion sauce over the top. Simmer gently for another minute or two to warm everything through.
  • Serve the Creamy Caramelized Onion Chicken with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

For extra flavor, use a combination of yellow and sweet onions. You can also add sliced mushrooms or a handful of baby spinach to the sauce.
Serve over fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, pasta, or alongside roasted or steamed vegetables. For a lower-carb option, pair it with cauliflower rice or extra vegetables.