French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Comforting Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and comforting casserole featuring tender chicken, savory French onion flavors, and hearty orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, shredded chicken, French onion soup, half of the mozzarella cheese, turkey bacon, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and spread it evenly.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed onions or mushrooms.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg