French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Comforting Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious casserole combining French onion flavors, chicken, and orzo for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese, optional
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, cook orzo according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add chopped turkey bacon, cooking until crisp.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked orzo, shredded chicken, turkey bacon, French onion soup, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and sprinkle cheese on top if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.
- This dish can easily be made ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, comfort food, turkey bacon, casserole