French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Cozy Comfort Dish
This French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole is a warm and comforting dish perfect for any night of the week.
- 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
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine orzo, chicken broth, shredded chicken, sautéed onions, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with Gruyère cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the onion mixture.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole