Description
A warm and comforting French Onion Chicken Soup topped with cheesy toasts, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cups of cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of crusty bread
- 1 cup of shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and season with salt and pepper.
- While the soup simmers, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet, top with Gruyère cheese, and bake until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with cheesy toasts.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
- Feel free to add additional herbs like rosemary or parsley for extra flavor.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Soup, Cheesy Toasts, Comfort Dinner