When I make this Crockpot French Onion Chicken, it always feels like I’ve pulled off a cozy, restaurant-style dinner with almost no effort. The chicken turns out tender and full of rich, caramelized onion flavor, all wrapped up in a deep, savory broth that tastes like it simmered on the stove all day.
Based on my own experience, it’s one of those meals that looks and tastes impressive but is actually so simple—you just add everything to the crockpot, let it slowly cook, and by dinnertime you’ve got a warm, comforting dish ready to serve without hovering over the stove.
Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken
In this recipe, chicken breasts are slow-cooked with onions, beef broth, and seasonings, resulting in a flavorful and comforting meal. The dish takes about 6-8 hours in the crockpot and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Slice the onions thinly and set aside.
- Layer Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Top with the sliced onions, then pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper over the top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Add Cheese: If desired, sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese on top during the last 30 minutes of cooking, allowing it to melt.
- Serve: Once done, serve the chicken with the onions and broth over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 10 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
