FRENCH ONION CHICKEN CASSEROLE

French Onion Chicken Casserole image

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1-2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1 c mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 Tbsp butter, unsalted
5 large onions, thinly sliced
3 clove garlic, minced
1/4 - 1/2 c chicken broth

Steps:

1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add onions and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until soft.
2. Reduce heat until medium and cook until onions are caramelized, about 15 minutes. Pour in 1/4 cup of broth or sherry to deglaze and keep stirring until onions are browned.
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook about 1 minute. Turn off the heat and allow to cool slightly. Season chicken breasts with oregano, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Arrange chicken breasts in greased 9 X 13 Inch baking dish.
4. Divide caramelized onions on top of each chicken breast. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and bake at 400 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. Then broil for 2 minutes.