French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Cozy Family Delight
A comforting and flavorful casserole that brings together the deliciousness of French onion soup and the heartiness of chicken and orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chicken until browned.
- Add orzo, French onion soup, garlic powder, black pepper, and thyme to the skillet.
- Stir mixture and bring to a simmer.
- Transfer to a baking dish, cover with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding caramelized onions.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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