French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole
A hearty casserole blending the rich flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo, topped with gooey cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as Swiss or Gruyère)
- 1 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté the diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil until the onions become translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Brown the chicken pieces, seasoned with salt and pepper, until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Combine the cooked chicken and onion mixture with the orzo and French onion soup in a large bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish, spreading evenly.
- Add the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute with rotisserie chicken or add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg