French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Easy and Comforting Delight
A comforting casserole 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: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup grated cheese (Gruyere or Swiss)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add onions and cook until caramelized.
- In a large pot, combine orzo, shredded chicken, caramelized onions, beef broth, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with grated cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add mushrooms or garlic.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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