French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and orzo pasta, enhanced by the crunch of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 6 strips turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add onions. Cook until caramelized.
- Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in orzo, chicken broth, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with crumbled turkey bacon and shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and turkey bacon.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg