French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Savory Turkey Bacon
A delicious and creamy chicken and orzo casserole enhanced with the rich flavors of French onion and savory turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like Gruyere or Swiss)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onions until caramelized.
- Add the cooked chicken, orzo, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with shredded cheese and crispy turkey bacon.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of thyme or rosemary.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken, Orzo Casserole, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Dinner