Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of the Exquisite French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole. This comforting dish features tender chicken, creamy orzo, and sweet caramelized onions, all baked to perfection with a golden layer of melted Gruyère cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this casserole brings warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté sliced onions until caramelized (15-20 minutes).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; brown them in another skillet with olive oil (about 4 minutes per side).
- In a bowl, mix cooked orzo, sautéed onions, heavy cream, chicken broth, and half of the Gruyère cheese.
- Transfer to the baking dish, place browned chicken on top, and sprinkle remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil; bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg