Description
Discover the comforting flavors of French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, a delightful twist on classic comfort food. This creamy, cheesy dish features caramelized onions, tender chicken, and orzo pasta, all baked together for an exquisite meal that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With minimal cleanup and simple preparation, this casserole is not only satisfying but also adaptable to meet various tastes. Serve it with a fresh salad or crusty bread for a complete dining experience that will please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions, sugar, and salt; cook for 20–25 minutes until caramelized. Add minced garlic in the last few minutes.
- Stir in orzo pasta and toast lightly for about 2 minutes.
- Mix in shredded chicken, dried thyme, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce (if using).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer for 8–10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top and bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg