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easy Creamy Caramelized Onion Chicken

Creamy Caramelized Onion Chicken is a rich and easy skillet dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 2 –3 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup finely chopped or thinly sliced onions
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey or sugar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions
 

  • Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets. In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Season both sides of the chicken evenly.
  • Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to low-medium. Add the butter and onions to the same skillet. Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring regularly, until the onions become soft, golden, and caramelized.
  • Stir in the balsamic vinegar and honey. Cook for another 1–2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend with the onions.
  • Increase the heat and pour in the chicken broth. Bring it briefly to a boil while stirring and scraping up the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Allow the sauce to gently simmer for 1–2 minutes, or until it begins to thicken. Add a splash of extra chicken broth if the sauce becomes thicker than desired.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce and onions over the top.
  • Serve the Creamy Caramelized Onion Chicken warm with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

For a slightly lighter sauce, replace part of the heavy cream with additional chicken broth, although the finished sauce will be thinner.