This tender onion baked chicken recipe is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines juicy chicken with flavorful onions. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. The chicken is marinated in a mix of spices and then baked with caramelized onions, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally. This should take about 15 minutes.
- Transfer the caramelized onions to a baking dish and spread them evenly.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on top of the onions in the baking dish.
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and onions.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the onions are golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Interesting Facts
Marinating the chicken helps to infuse it with flavor and keep it tender.
Caramelized onions add a sweet and savory depth to the dish.
This recipe is versatile and can be easily adapted by adding your favorite spices or herbs to the marinade.