French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole
A comforting casserole featuring succulent chicken, tender orzo, and caramelized onions enveloped in a rich broth and topped with melted Swiss cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden and caramelized.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, uncooked orzo, and caramelized onions. Pour in the chicken broth, and stir to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle Swiss cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a different flavor profile, try incorporating sautéed mushrooms or roasted veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: casserole, comfort food, chicken, onions, orzo, easy recipe