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Lightened-Up French Onion Soup with Gruyere Toasts
Enjoy this lighter version of the classic French onion soup, featuring slowly caramelized onions in a savory chicken broth enriched with a protein boost from shredded chicken breast. Topped with a crisp whole-grain toast melted with Gruyere cheese, this dish offers comforting warmth and a balance of flavors perfect for a satisfying meal.
INGREDIENTS
3 oz Chicken Breast (cooked, shredded)
1 medium Yellow Onion, thinly sliced
1 tsp Olive Oil
1.5 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
1 slice Whole-Grain Bread
0.75 oz Gruyere Cheese, sliced
1 Bay Leaf
2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the thinly sliced onion and a pinch of salt, and sauté until the onions are deeply caramelized (about 20 to 25 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth along with the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the shredded cooked chicken breast to the simmering soup, and let it heat through for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
While the soup simmers, preheat your broiler. Place the slice of whole-grain bread on a baking sheet and top with the Gruyere cheese.
Broil the toast until the cheese melts and begins to bubble, about 2-3 minutes. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Remove the bay leaf and thyme, then ladle the hot soup into bowls.
Top each bowl with the Gruyere toast and serve immediately.