French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delightful casserole combining the flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and sear until browned on both sides.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions.
- Once orzo is cooked, return the chicken to the skillet, add French onion soup, and mix well.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg