How To Make French Onion Dip Chicken Thighs

There’s something irresistible about a dish that’s rich, creamy, and straight-up comforting and French Onion Dip Chicken Thighs delivers all that in spades. Imagine tender, juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs baked in a luscious, onion-infused cream sauce, bubbling with cheesy goodness. This is the kind of chicken thigh comfort food that turns an ordinary evening into a cozy, “pass-me-another-scoop” kind of dinner.

Serving Versatility

This recipe is a champ at fitting into your weeknight rotation. Serve it over buttery mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or even with a side of crusty bread to mop up the sauce. It also works beautifully as part of a chicken thigh recipes casserole spread for potlucks and family dinners.

Ingredients

• 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 packet (1 oz) French onion soup mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep the Chicken – Pat chicken dry and season with black pepper and paprika.
2. Sear for Flavor – In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken thighs for 2–3 minutes on each side (they’ll finish cooking in the oven).
3. Make the Sauce – In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup mix, and chicken broth until smooth.
4. Assemble – Place chicken thighs in a greased baking dish. Pour sauce over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
5. Bake – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F and sauce is bubbly.
6. Serve – Garnish with parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

⏱ Prep Time: 10 mins
🔥 Cook Time: 35 mins
⏳ Total Time: 45 mins
🍽 Servings: 4–6
⚡ Calories: ~420 per serving

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✅ Creamy, cheesy sauce with deep onion flavor
• ✅ Easy recipe with chicken thighs boneless for weeknights
• ✅ Works as a main dish or chicken thigh recipes casserole
• ✅ Crowd-pleasing comfort food for family and friends
• ✅ Great for meal prep reheats beautifully

Serving Suggestions

1. Over mashed potatoes with green beans
2. With buttered egg noodles and roasted carrots
3. Alongside garlic bread and a crisp green salad
4. As part of a casserole buffet for gatherings

Pro Tips for Success

• Sear chicken first to lock in juices and add flavor depth.
• Use Swiss cheese for a more traditional French onion taste.
• If sauce thickens too much, stir in a splash of broth before serving.

Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
• Reheat: Warm in oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes or in a covered skillet over low heat.

Looking for more chicken thigh recipe ideas? Try my Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs or Honey-Lime Chicken Thighs next.

🥰 Final Thoughts from Emma
If you’re craving chicken thigh comfort food that’s creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor, these French Onion Dip Chicken Thighs are going to be your new go-to. It’s one of those tasty chicken thigh recipes that feels special but is easy enough for a busy weeknight.

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French Onion Dip Chicken Thighs

Tender, juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs baked in a luscious onion-infused cream sauce, topped with melted cheese for the ultimate cozy comfort food. Perfect over mashed potatoes, noodles, or with crusty bread.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

• Skillet
• Baking Dish

Ingredients

  

Chicken Thighs

• 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 packet (1 oz) French onion soup mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp paprika
• fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

 

• Pat chicken thighs dry and season with black pepper and paprika.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken for 2–3 minutes per side.
• In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, cream of chicken soup, French onion soup mix, and chicken broth until smooth.
• Place chicken thighs in a greased baking dish. Pour sauce over top and sprinkle with cheese.
• Bake at 375°F (190°C) uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F and sauce is bubbly.
• Garnish with parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

Notes

For extra flavor, use Swiss cheese for a classic French onion taste. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth before serving.

Keyword Casserole, Chicken Thighs, Comfort Food