French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole
Experience a heartwarming dish with the French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole. This comforting meal combines tender chicken, caramelized onions, and creamy orzo pasta, topped with a golden cheese crust that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this casserole is a true crowd-pleaser that brings warmth and flavor to every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 large sweet onions (yellow or Vidalia), sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, sear each breast in olive oil for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken and sauté sliced onions in the same skillet on medium-low heat until caramelized (about 15-20 minutes).
- In a separate pot, boil beef broth and cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain excess liquid.
- In the prepared baking dish, combine cooked orzo, caramelized onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and seared chicken; mix well.
- Sprinkle cheeses on top and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let rest for five minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg