French Onion Crispy Chicken Melt Recipe

Crispy breaded chicken breast topped with savory caramelized onions and melted gruyere cheese on a toasted pretzel roll with a spread of tangy Dijon mustard. Served with a side of steak fries, this savory, comforting meal will have guests coming back for more, time and time again.

Step 1: Deep fry 4-6 minutes at 350°F from frozen, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Hold hot for service.

Step 2: While the chicken is cooking, toast the pretzel bun on a flat top over medium heat. Remove from heat and spread Dijon mustard on bottom half of pretzel bun.

Step 3: Melt gruyere over the top of chicken fillet. Place cheesy chicken filet on bottom half of pretzel bun on service plate.

Step 4: Top chicken fillet with caramelized onions, fresh arugula and top half of pretzel bun. 

Step 5: Add side of steak fries to plate and serve immediately.

Sub-Recipe Directions

French Onion Soup - Style Caramelized Onions

Step 1: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add sliced onions, thyme, salt, and sugar.

Step 2: Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until onions begin to caramelize and turn a dark brown color.

Step 3: Add Worcestershire and balsamic vinegar and continue to cook until liquid is almost gone.

Step 4: Add beef broth and cook down until liquid is almost gone.

Step 5: Remove thyme and hold warm for service.