French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Comforting Easy Dish
This French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole is a comforting easy dish that combines tender chicken, creamy orzo, and rich flavors.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until they are caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet with the onions. Cook until the chicken is browned on both sides.
- Add the orzo, chicken broth, and thyme to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and top with Gruyère cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, comfort food, easy dinner, chicken casserole