Creamy Chicken & Onion Gratinée Soup
Creamy Chicken & Onion Gratinée Soup
Prep: 25 min • Cook: 50 min. A lighter, yet equally comforting version of the classic French Onion Soup, this recipe features tender chicken, sweet caramelized yellow onions, a rich and creamy chicken broth, and is topped with melted provolone cheese over toasted sourdough bread. It's a satisfying meal perfect for a cozy evening.
- Preparation time
- 25 min
- Cooking time
- 50 min
- Total time
- 1 hr 15 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Soup Preparation
- 1Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes until deeply caramelized and brown. Do not rush this process as it develops the flavor.
- 2Stir in the minced garlic and chopped fresh thyme, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3Pour in the dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until mostly evaporated.
- 4Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and let it gently simmer for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- 5While the soup simmers, cook the chicken breasts. You can poach them in a separate pot of simmering water or broth, then shred them, or pan-fry them and dice. Once cooked, shred or dice the chicken.
- 6Stir the shredded or diced chicken into the soup. Add the heavy cream and heat through for 2-3 minutes, but do not boil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Gratinée
- 1Preheat your broiler. Place toasted sourdough bread slices on a baking sheet. Divide the provolone cheese slices among the bread.
- 2Broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and just starting to brown.
Serving
- 1Ladle the creamy chicken and onion soup into individual serving bowls. Top each bowl with a piece of the cheesy sourdough toast.
- 2Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting flavors.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 550 kcal
- Protein
- 35 g
- Fat
- 30 g
- Carbs
- 35 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
Tips
- Caramelizing onions properly takes time; allow at least 30-40 minutes over medium-low heat for best
- Slice onions uniformly thin for even cooking and faster caramelization.
- For a rustic presentation, serve in oven-safe crocks and broil the cheese directly on top of the sou