French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Cozy Comfort Dish
This French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the rich 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: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they are golden brown.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chicken, orzo, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in half of the Swiss cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers taste great the next day!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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