French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Savory Comfort Dish
A delicious and comforting casserole made with chicken, orzo, and French onion soup, perfect for family dinners.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese, such as Gruyere or Swiss
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, cook the orzo according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix in cooked orzo and French onion soup.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, casserole, comfort food, chicken, orzo