French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Comforting, Savory Delight
French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole is a delightful blend of flavors that makes for a perfect comforting dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, shredded chicken, French onion soup, garlic powder, thyme, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil on top and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some sautéed onions or mushrooms.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken, Casserole, Comfort Food, Orzo