French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole
French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole is a delightful comfort dish that combines savory chicken, sweet caramelized onions, and cheesy orzo pasta. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this casserole is easy to make and sure to impress. The warm aroma of melting cheese and onions will have everyone gathering around the table, ready to dig in. This one-pot wonder promises satisfaction in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 large sweet onions, sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until soft and golden brown (about 15 minutes).
- Nestle chicken breasts into the skillet with caramelized onions, add chicken broth, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked orzo, thyme, and sour cream until combined. Top with shredded cheeses.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken thighs for more flavor. Use vegetable broth and tofu for a vegetarian option. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.