French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole
A comforting casserole combining caramelized onions, tender chicken, and creamy orzo, topped with melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free optional
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of orzo pasta
- 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 3 cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 cup of shredded Gruyere cheese
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 15 minutes until soft and golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant. Then, add chicken thighs, searing for about 5 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
- In a mixing bowl, combine onions, garlic, chicken, orzo, chicken broth, heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded Gruyere cheese over the top and bake for 30-35 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a crispy finish, use a shallow baking dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg