I am always on the lookout for new recipes which are both easy and delicious, and this one definitely fits the bill. I have to thank my Mom for sharing it with me, as it has quickly become my favorite chicken dish. And when I tell you it’s delicious, that’s really an understatement. Seriously, it is the bomb! This recipe calls for fresh spinach, but I opted to go with creamed spinach simply because I love it.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 3 oz. reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
- 1/4 cup light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. molasses
- 1 tbsp. garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp. pepper, divided
- large zip-top bag
- 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups sliced sweet yellow or white onions
- 1 tbsp. canola oil
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 2/3 cup french-fried onions
- 1/4 cup refrigerated Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup light honey mustard dressing
Spinach
- 1 bag fresh spinach (6–9 oz)
- 1 tbsp. garlic herb butter
- 1/2 tsp. Bakery bread-dip seasoning (Parmesan blend)
I had a hard time finding the bread-dip seasoning so I made my own using 1 tsp. Parmesan, 1/2 tsp. each: oregano, garlic powder, and kosher salt, 1/4 tsp. each: dried basil, parsley flakes and onion powder, and 1/8 tsp. each: thyme and tarragon. Grind spices until fine, then add the Parmesan to spices and mix well. Store in container until ready to use.
Directions
Chicken
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
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Combine soy sauce, molasses, garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp. pepper.
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Place mixture in bag and add chicken, turning to coat. Let stand at least 10 minutes (the longer, the better) or overnight in the fridge to marinate.
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Toss fresh onions with oil, salt, and remaining 1/4 tsp. pepper.
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Place onions in 13 x 9-inch baking dish; top with chicken.
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Bake 20–25 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F.
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Top chicken with crispy onions and cheese; bake 2–3 more minutes or until cheese melts.
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Combine both dressings; microwave on HIGH 20–30 seconds or until hot. Drizzle sauce over chicken and serve.
Spinach
- Place spinach in microwave-safe bowl and cover; microwave on HIGH 4–5 minutes or until tender. Drain, if needed.
- Stir in butter and seasoning, and serve.
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