15 Best French Onion Recipes That Go Beyond a Bowl of Soup
Because caramelized onions and cheese make everything better!
It may be soup season, but there are so many French onion recipes that go beyond a bowl of broth! Ree Drummond is no stranger to the power of caramelized onions and cheese, and the many French onion recipes in her repertoire are proof. Like the classic French soup you may be familiar with, the French onion recipes you'll find below contain the perfect balance of caramelized onions, melty cheese, and crispy bread for the ultimate dose of comfort food.
If you're looking for a French onion recipe that you can serve at the front and center of your table, you'll be happy to find plenty of one-pot meals and chicken dinners, like French onion pasta and French onion chicken casserole. Going back to its humble roots as a starter and side, there are lots of recipes, like French onion stuffed potatoes and French onion dip, that serve as sweet and savory supplements to any meal.
And, of course, if you want to stick to the classics, Ree's many tasty takes on French onion soup are calling your name. Try adding potatoes to make it extra hearty or make it fast in and Instant Pot. No matter what French onion recipe you choose to make, just be sure to read up on how to caramelize onions correctly first! It's the key to making the flavor just right.
French Onion Stuffed Potatoes
It doesn't get more crowd-pleasing than this! Tender baked potatoes are piled high with caramelized onions, melty cheese, and savory toppings (such as bacon) in every bite—making these hearty, flavor-packed, twice-baked spuds a fun twist on a beloved favorite.
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French Onion French Bread Pizza
Turn classic French onion flavor into a fun, shareable treat when you top crispy bread with caramelized onions, melty cheese, and a few briny olives. The pizza-style snack is perfect for anytime you want big flavor with minimal fuss.
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French Onion Meatballs
Take the rich, caramelized taste of classic French onion and reinvent it as tender, savory bites. With bold onion flavor woven right through the meat, a savory beef broth, and shredded gruyère, it feels both familiar and exciting.
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French Onion Burgers
Who wouldn't want French onion flavor packed between two juicy patties? You'll just layer caramelized onions, melty Swiss cheese, and some peppery arugula atop a perfectly grilled burger for a rich, crave-worthy twist.
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French Onion Stuffed Shells
Pasta night gets an indulgent upgrade with these jumbo shells that are filled with rich, caramelized onion-kissed filling and three types of cheese. It's all sprinkled with a panko mixture, then baked until bubbly and golden.
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French Onion Soup Stuffed Mushrooms
If French onion soup were made for snacking, this would be it. These deliver deep, caramelized onion flavor and gooey melted cheese in tender mushroom caps, creating a rich, savory bite that's indulgent yet perfectly poppable.
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One-Pot French Onion Pasta
If its popularity on social media isn't enough to get you to try this recipe, let this delicious description convince you! The one-pot meal combines the flavor of French onion soup with the comfort of a pasta bake.
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French Onion Potatoes au Gratin
As if the cheesy, layered goodness that is potatoes au gratin couldn't get any better, this one features an infusion of French onion flavoring that takes the dish to the next level! Bake until golden brown and top with chopped chives.
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French Onion Soup
There are plenty of French onion recipes on this list that go beyond soup, but that doesn't mean you should neglect the classics! Ree's take on French onion soup features a crispy, cheese-covered crouton submerged in a tasty onion broth.
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French Onion Chicken Casserole
This creamy casserole contains all the beloved flavors of French onion soup with the addition of chopped rotisserie chicken! The protein is baked with baguette slices, mushrooms, onions, and cheese for a heart-warming main course.
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French Onion Potato Soup
This tasty take on French onion soup is carb heaven! Here, pureed onion and potato soup gets topped with sliced bread and gruyère, which get delightfully gooey in the oven.
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French Onion Dip
Sure, you could munch on potato chips on their own, but serving them up with creamy French onion dip makes the snacking experience so much better! All you need is sour cream, parsley, and a few simple seasonings to make this tangy dip that trumps the store-bought version.
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French Onion Franks
It only takes a few steps (and onions) to elevate this cookout classic! Instead of mustard and ketchup, these dogs are topped with caramelized onions, fresh herbs, and French onion dip.
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French Onion Scalloped Potatoes
For another potato side dish featuring French onion, try these simple scalloped potatoes! The recipe calls for premade French onion dip in addition to the usual cheesy, scalloped potato ingredients, so it's incredibly easy to whip up come dinnertime.
Instant Pot French Onion Soup
Contrary to what you might think, there's more than one way to make the most classic French onion dish. The Instant Pot takes the hard work out of this soup recipe, as it not only cooks the broth but the caramelized onions!
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