French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and hearty casserole that combines the flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 cup sliced onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, shredded chicken, French onion soup, caramelized onions, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with Gruyère cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce.
- This dish can be easily made with leftover chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, comfort food, casserole