French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Hearty Family Comfort Dish
A delicious and hearty dish that combines the flavors of French onion soup with chicken and orzo, perfect for family meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Gruyère or Swiss)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until caramelized.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked orzo, shredded chicken, caramelized onions, beef broth, and seasonings.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using homemade beef broth.
- This dish can be prepared a day in advance and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, comfort food, family recipe