French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Savory Turkey Bacon
A delicious and hearty casserole featuring tender chicken, orzo pasta, and savory turkey bacon, all infused with rich French onion flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese, preferably Gruyère
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Stir in the onion and cook until soft and caramelized.
- Add the shredded chicken, orzo, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into a casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the orzo is cooked and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, casserole, chicken recipes, comfort food