French Onion Stuffed Chicken Casserole
A delightful twist on a classic dish, this casserole combines creamy French onion dip with juicy chicken breasts, topped with cheese and crunchy fried onions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Use skinless for a lighter option.
- 1 cup French onion dip Choose high-quality for best flavor.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can substitute with cheddar or gouda.
- 1 cup French fried onions Provides a crunchy topping.
- 2 tbsp olive oil For searing the chicken.
- 1 cup chicken broth Keeps the casserole moist.
- 1 tsp garlic powder For flavorful seasoning.
- 1 tsp onion powder For additional depth of flavor.
- Salt and pepper to taste Season generously.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cooking
- Sear the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the French onion dip.
- Top the stuffed chicken with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle French fried onions over the cheese.
- Pour the chicken broth gently into the baking dish around the chicken.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Notes
For storage, let leftovers cool, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months.