Caramelized Onion and Gruyère Stuffed Chicken Breast
Sep 11
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Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with sweet caramelized onions and nutty Gruyère cheese, then seasoned and baked to golden perfection. The result is a savory, comforting dish with a melty cheese center and rich layers of flavor, perfect for a special dinner or cozy family meal. Serve alongside simple sides to highlight the star flavors.
Caramelized Onion and Gruyère Stuffed Chicken Breast is an exquisite and comforting main dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with the deep, sweet flavors of perfectly caramelized onions and the nutty richness of Gruyère cheese. This recipe begins by slowly caramelizing onions in a bit of butter and olive oil until they’re deeply golden and intensely flavorful. Each chicken breast is then carefully sliced to create a pocket, which is generously stuffed with the caramelized onions and shredded Gruyère cheese. The stuffed chicken breasts are seasoned with salt, pepper, fresh thyme, and a touch of garlic powder, then seared in a skillet for a golden crust before baking to perfection. The result is a juicy interior bursting with savory and sweet flavors, melty cheese, and aromatic herbs. Serve this dish with simple sides like roasted potatoes or a green salad to allow the rich flavors of the stuffed chicken to shine. Whether for a cozy family dinner or an impressive gathering, this dish brings warmth, depth, and a touch of elegance to your table.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts — 4 large
- Yellow onions — 2 large, thinly sliced
- Gruyère cheese — 1 cup, shredded
- Butter — 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil — 1 tablespoon
- Salt — 1 teaspoon, plus more to taste
- Black pepper — 1/2 teaspoon, plus more to taste
- Fresh thyme — 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Garlic powder — 1/2 teaspoon
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil.
3. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring often, until they are deeply golden and caramelized, about 25-30 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.
4. Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to slice all the way through.
5. Season the chicken breasts inside and out with salt, black pepper, fresh thyme, and garlic powder.
6. Stuff each chicken breast with a generous spoonful of caramelized onions and a handful of shredded Gruyère cheese.
7. Secure the openings with toothpicks if needed.
8. In the same skillet, add a touch more oil if needed and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
9. Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
10. Remove the toothpicks, let rest for a few minutes, then serve hot with your chosen sides.