French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Cozy Comfort Dish
A delicious and warm casserole that combines French onion flavors with chicken and orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the sliced onion until caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, orzo, beef broth, French onion soup, thyme, and sautéed onions. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and sprinkle the Gruyère cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole is a great way to use leftover chicken.
- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg