French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Comforting Delight
A delightful casserole combining the rich flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo pasta.
- Author: Souzan
- 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
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the sliced onion until caramelized.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked orzo, shredded chicken, caramelized onions, beef broth, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with Gruyère cheese.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar to the onion while caramelizing.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole