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Cozy French Onion Chicken Soup - Onion chicken soup: Master this ultimate comfort French-style soup. Rich caramelized onions, tender chicken, and cheesy sourdou

Cozy French Onion Chicken Soup

Onion chicken soup: Master this ultimate comfort French-style soup. Rich caramelized onions, tender chicken, and cheesy sourdough bread. Perfect for cozy nights!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 sweet or yellow onions
  • 2 sprigs fresh Thyme
  • 1/2 cup Marsala wine
  • 1 whole rotisserie chicken (bones and skin discarded, meat shredded)
  • 1 10 oz can beef consommé broth
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 16 oz loaf sourdough bread
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (Gruyere or Swiss)

Method
 

  1. Peel and halve the onions, then slice them.
  2. Heat the butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the onions and thyme, stir well, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.
  3. Remove the lid, increase the heat, and cook the onions until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the Marsala wine and simmer for a few minutes to evaporate the alcohol.
  5. Add the shredded chicken, beef consommé, and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes.
  6. Taste the soup and add salt if necessary.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls or ramekins.
  8. Top with toasted sourdough cubes and shredded cheese before serving.

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Notes

- For best results, use sweet or yellow onions as they caramelize better.
- Don't rush the onion caramelization; low and slow is key for sweetness.
- Reserve some shredded chicken for a garnish if you want extra protein on top.
- If you don't have Marsala wine, a dry sherry or even a splash of brandy can work.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.