French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and 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: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine orzo, chicken, caramelized onions, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and sprinkle Gruyère cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine when sautéing the onions.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole