Best 7 Baked Chicken Breasts With Onions Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of our baked chicken breasts with onions, a flavorful and juicy dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is a symphony of simple ingredients that blend harmoniously to create a succulent chicken dish. The chicken breasts, marinated in a blend of herbs and spices, are roasted to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat. Nestled alongside the chicken are tender and caramelized onions, adding a touch of sweetness and depth of flavor. This dish is a perfect balance of savory and sweet, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

In addition to the classic baked chicken breasts with onions, this article presents a collection of delectable variations that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. For those who enjoy a tangy twist, the lemon and herb baked chicken breasts offer a refreshing citrusy flavor. If you prefer a smoky and aromatic dish, the paprika and smoked paprika baked chicken breasts are sure to satisfy your cravings. And for those who love the bold flavors of the Mediterranean, the oregano and garlic baked chicken breasts are a must-try.

No matter your palate, this article has a baked chicken breast recipe to suit your fancy. Each variation is carefully crafted to deliver a unique culinary experience, ensuring that you'll find a dish that becomes a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED CHICKEN AND ONIONS



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Serve this healthy baked-chicken dish with our Rice Pilaf with Toasted Almonds.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 onions, thinly sliced
1 cut-up chicken, (3 1/2 pounds in 8 pieces)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 tablespoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place sliced onions and chicken pieces in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish or roasting pan. Drizzle with vegetable oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Arrange chicken, skin sides up, on top of onions; sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake, tossing onions and basting chicken occasionally, until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with the tip of a sharp paring knife, 35 to 40 minutes. Serve hot.

BAKED CHICKEN WITH SWEET ONIONS



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This baked chicken is a snap to prepare. The chicken pieces (your choice) are browned then baked with sweet onions and seasonings.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 frying chickens (quartered, bone-in)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground sweet paprika
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 medium sweet onions (sliced)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 F. Grease a large, shallow baking pan or roasting pan .
  • In a bowl, food storage bag, or pie plate, combine the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  • Toss chicken pieces with the seasoned flour until thoroughly coated.
  • Place a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat; add the olive oil. Working in batches, add chicken pieces to the hot oil. Cook for about 5 minutes total, turning to brown the chicken pieces on all sides.
  • Arrange the browned chicken pieces in the prepared baking pan.
  • Add the onions to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, just until softened and coated with oil.
  • Arrange the sweet onion slices around the chicken.
  • Bake the chicken for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked .*

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 397 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BAKED CHICKEN WITH ONIONS, POTATOES, GARLIC, AND THYME



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In this one-pan dinner, lemon, garlic, and fresh thyme infuse the chicken and potatoes as they roast.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 whole chicken (3 to 3 1/2 pounds), cut into 8 pieces and breasts halved crosswise
1 pound white new potatoes, halved (quartered if large)
1 large red onion, cut into eighths
1 head garlic, cloves separated and left unpeeled
6 sprigs thyme
1 lemon, quartered
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Arrange chicken, potatoes, onion, garlic, thyme, and lemon in a 12-by-16-inch roasting pan. Whisk together oil and vinegar and drizzle over chicken and vegetables. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper. Turn chicken skin side up. Roast until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 g, Fat 35 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 45 g

TENDER ONION BAKED CHICKEN



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Tender, tasty chicken breasts baked with butter, salt, pepper, and oniony seasoning. All ages like these - my 3 year old loves them! This can be served with mashed potatoes or with rice. Very tasty for the whole family.

Provided by Kim in Oklahoma

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 chicken breast tenderloins or strips
¼ cup margarine, melted
salt and pepper to taste
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour melted margarine over the chicken strips. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with dry onion soup mix.
  • Bake 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 79.8 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 1420.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CRUNCHY FRENCH ONION CHICKEN



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Awesome crunchy baked chicken that goes good with any side dish. Quick and easy, too!

Provided by Janine S.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ⅓ cups French-fried onions, crushed
1 egg, beaten
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spread crushed onions in a shallow bowl. Pour beaten egg into a separate shallow bowl.
  • Dip chicken into beaten egg, then press into crushed onions. Gently tap chicken to let loose pieces fall away. Put breaded chicken to a baking sheet.
  • Bake chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 112.4 mg, Fat 40 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 731.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BAKED CHICKEN WITH ONIONS, GARLIC & ROSEMARY



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Your kitchen will smell heavenly while this dish is baking! Serve with a green vegetable &/or salad & crusty bread or rolls.

Provided by Mary Scheffert

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 1/2-4 1/2 lbs chicken parts
salt
pepper, to taste
3 medium onions, sliced into rings
6 -12 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crumbled

Steps:

  • Position oven rack in center of oven; preheat to 400F degrees.
  • Rinse chicken parts& pat dry; season liberally with salt& pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together onion rings, garlic, oil& rosemary.
  • Spread half of the onion mixture in a shallow baking dish or roasting pan just large enough to hold the chicken pieces in a single layer.
  • Arrange the chicken pieces (skin-side up) on top of onion mixture, and cover with remaining onion mixture.
  • Drizzle with an additional 2 tbsp olive oil.
  • Bake until chicken is done, approximately 45-55 minutes.

CHICKEN BREASTS W/MUSHROOMS & CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Make and share this Chicken Breasts W/Mushrooms & Caramelized Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lizze

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 -4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 per person)
1 large onion (sliced)
8 -16 ounces fresh mushrooms (cleaned & sliced)
4 -8 ounces blue cheese (crumbled)
seasoning salt
pepper
olive oil
1/2 cup red wine (optional)

Steps:

  • Season chicken breasts with seasoned salt and pepper.
  • Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet then add the breasts.
  • Brown the breasts on medium heat on both sides, transfer to a baking dish and put into a 350°F oven to finish cooking.
  • In the same skillet add another tbsp of oil and add the onions; sauté until translucent.
  • Add a couple teaspoons of sugar and the red wine (optional) and sauté until the onions become caramelized.
  • Set onions aside.
  • Sauté the mushrooms in the skillet.
  • Remove the breasts from the oven and spoon some of the caramelized onions atop each one, then spoon some sautéed mushrooms on each. Finally, sprinkle some blue cheese over the mushrooms and place under the broiler for a couple minutes until the cheese becomes slightly browned.
  • Serve the breasts on a nest of angel hair pasta or bed of wild rice or couscous.

Tips:

  • For a crispy skin, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels before seasoning and baking.
  • Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Slice the onions thinly. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use a large baking dish so that the chicken breasts and onions have plenty of room to spread out.
  • Bake the chicken breasts at a high temperature (400 degrees Fahrenheit) for a short amount of time. This will help to keep the chicken breasts moist and juicy.
  • If you want a crispy skin, broil the chicken breasts for a few minutes at the end of the cooking time.
  • Serve the chicken breasts with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Baked chicken breasts with onions is a simple and delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a healthy and affordable meal that can be easily prepared in under an hour. With its crispy skin, juicy meat, and flavorful onions, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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