French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Cozy Family Delight
A comforting casserole that combines the flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Meat-Based
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until browned.
- Add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, orzo, and French onion soup. Pour into a casserole dish.
- Top with shredded cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- This dish reheats well, making it great for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg