French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Cozy, Indulgent Delight
This French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole is a warm and comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions until caramelized.
- In a bowl, combine cooked orzo, chicken, caramelized onions, beef broth, heavy cream, thyme, and garlic powder. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with shredded Gruyère cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the mixture.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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