French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole
A comforting casserole that combines the rich flavors of French onion soup with hearty chicken and orzo, topped with gooey melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Gruyère or mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and let them cook slowly until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Once the onions are beautifully caramelized, add the diced chicken to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked orzo and chicken broth. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Carefully transfer the mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg