French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Cozy Family Favorite
A comforting casserole that combines the flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo pasta, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo
- 1 pound shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Gruyere or Swiss)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, shredded chicken, French onion soup, half of the cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Mix well and transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can caramelize some onions and mix them in.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, casserole, family dinner, comfort food