French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole
A comforting casserole that combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked orzo, caramelized onions, and a rich, cheesy topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Orzo pasta
- 2 large Onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 cups Beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1.5 cups Shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and cook the onions for about 15-20 minutes until soft and golden brown.
- Stir in the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine the orzo, cooked onions, garlic, chicken, beef broth, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a prepared casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to three days. This dish can also be prepared ahead of time and baked later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, French onion, chicken, orzo, comfort food
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