French Onion Soup is a classic of French cuisine for its deep savory flavor and comforting warmth. French Onion Chicken captures those flavors in a crunchy breadcrumb coating, so every bite is bursting with heartiness and satisfaction. The chicken is made extra fatty with a coating of garlic mayonnaise, which also helps keep the chicken juicy. French Onion Chicken only takes 25 minutes to make, so you can enjoy rich French cooking on a weeknight.
Ingredients
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 (1 ounce) package dry French onion soup mix
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste, optional
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Step 2 –Combine the breadcrumbs and dry soup mix together in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 3 –In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk the garlic paste and mayonnaise together.
Step 4 –Microwave for about 20-30 seconds to thin out the mixture.
Step 5 –Brush the chicken breasts with the mayonnaise and garlic paste mixture on both sides.
Step 6 –Place the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture and coat well.
Step 7 –Place the chicken on a baking sheet.
Step 8 –Bake the chicken on the center rack until fully cooked through, reading 165 degrees F when tested with a meat thermometer, about 20 minutes.
Step 9 –Serve immediately!