French Onion Chicken Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons salted butter
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4 white onions, finely sliced
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½ teaspoon sugar
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 chicken breasts, sliced into small pieces
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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500ml beef stock
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200ml white wine stock or 150ml white wine
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1 small baguette, sliced into 8, 1-inch pieces
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80g Gruyère cheese, grated
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10g chives, finely sliced
# Instructions:
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Place a casserole dish on medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Once melted, add the sliced onions and fry for 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until they start to caramelize.
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Add the minced garlic and sugar to the onions. Fry for a few more minutes until fragrant.
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Add the sliced chicken breasts to the dish and fry for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and onions, then pour in the beef stock and white wine. Stir well to combine and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
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Once the casserole is ready, top it with the sliced baguette pieces. Sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese evenly over the top.
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Place the casserole under the grill for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
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Remove the casserole from the grill and sprinkle with chopped chives. Serve hot and enjoy!
# Notes:
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Step-by-step photos are available on the blog post for visual guidance.
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This recipe can be doubled to serve 4 people or bulked up with sides like pasta or mashed potatoes.
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Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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Reheat leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water.