Description
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of this French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole – a comforting one-dish dinner the whole family will love. Tender chicken, caramelized onions, and creamy orzo come together in a cheesy, satisfying bake.
Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
– 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden brown.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, cooked onions and garlic, uncooked orzo, chicken broth, Gruyère cheese, Parmesan cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix well.
5. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the orzo is tender.
7. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen for later. Simply bake from chilled or frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time as needed. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French, American