French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and easy-to-make casserole featuring tender chicken, flavorful orzo, and the classic taste of French onion soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 can French onion soup
- 1 cup grated cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, shredded chicken, French onion soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
- Top with grated cheese and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sauté some onions before adding them to the casserole.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, easy casserole, comfort food