Description
French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole is a delightful, comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions and creamy sauce with tender orzo pasta and shredded chicken. Topped with melted Gruyere cheese and crispy fried onions, this casserole is perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. The warm, savory aroma that fills your kitchen while it bakes will have everyone eagerly awaiting mealtime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth, divided
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese, divided
- 1 cup crispy fried onions, divided
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Boil 2 cups of chicken broth in a large pot, add orzo, simmer for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions; cook for 15-20 minutes until caramelized. Stir in minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture; cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in remaining chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer until thickened.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Stir in cooked orzo, shredded chicken, 1 cup Gruyere cheese, and ½ cup crispy fried onions until combined.
- Transfer to the baking dish; top with remaining Gruyere cheese and crispy onions.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg