French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delightful casserole combining the flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo, topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and turkey bacon, cooking until onions are caramelized.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet, cooking until browned.
- Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving for a pop of color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg