French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Easy, Comforting Delight
A delicious and comforting casserole combining the flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- In a large pot, combine the cooked orzo, shredded chicken, caramelized onions, beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Top with grated Gruyere cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of Worcestershire sauce.
- Make sure not to overcook the orzo before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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