Description
Indulge in the delectable comfort of French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, a cozy dish that beautifully marries the flavors of classic French onion soup with a hearty casserole. This creamy delight features tender chicken, caramelized onions, and orzo pasta all enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pot meal not only simplifies cooking but also ensures minimal cleanup. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, sugar, and salt; cook for 20–25 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in garlic during the last few minutes of cooking. Add orzo and toast for about 2 minutes before mixing in shredded chicken, thyme, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce (if using).
- Pour in chicken broth and cream. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 8–10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Mix in 1 cup mozzarella and Parmesan until melted.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), top with remaining mozzarella, and bake for 10–15 minutes until bubbly.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately one cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg