French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: A Comforting Family Favorite
A delicious and hearty dish perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned.
- Stir in orzo pasta, French onion soup, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the orzo is tender and cheese is melted.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try using homemade French onion soup.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, comfort food, family favorite