Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Swiss-Crowned French Onion Chicken Thighs in Rich Mushroom Gravy

Juicy chicken thighs simmered in a savory mushroom and onion gravy, topped with melted Swiss cheese for a comforting one-pan dinner.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into large chunks
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet onion soup mix
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Sprinkle onion soup mix over the vegetables and stir to combine. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  4. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Preheat broiler. Top each chicken thigh with a slice of Swiss cheese. Broil for 2-3 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra richness, add 1/2 cup heavy cream along with the broth. Serve over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 485
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 28g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Protein: 42g