Crispy Onion Chicken is a comforting and savory dish rooted in American home-cooking traditions, particularly popular in Midwestern households. It blends the rich flavors of melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, and crispy fried onions, creating a dish that’s both crunchy and juicy. The simplicity and heartiness of the ingredients reflect the post-WWII boom in convenience cooking, where canned goods and simple seasonings reigned supreme. The use of fried onions, commonly associated with green bean casserole, showcases the creative adaptations of pantry staples that define this era. Great for family dinners and potlucks, it’s a timeless, crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients
- ½ cups butter (melted)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- ½ tsp garlic salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 can fried onions
- 4 chicken breasts
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Butter Mixture
- Combine melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, ground mustard, garlic salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Step 2: Crush Fried Onions
- In a separate bowl, crush ½ cup of the fried onions for coating.
Step 3: Coat the Chicken
- Dip each chicken breast into the butter mixture.
- Coat the chicken with the crushed fried onions.
Step 4: Prepare the Baking Dish
- Grease a square baking dish.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the dish.
Step 5: Add Toppings and Bake
- Top the chicken with the remaining fried onions.
- Drizzle any leftover butter mixture on top.
- Bake uncovered at 350°F for 30–35 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and crispy on top.
Tips
- Variation: Try using boneless thighs instead of breasts for a juicier bite.
- Tip: Add a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese before baking for extra richness.
- Tip: Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 638kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 49gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 1323mgPotassium: 888mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 71IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
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