French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious casserole featuring tender orzo, juicy chicken, and savory turkey bacon, all infused with the rich flavors of French onion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheese (e.g., Gruyere or Swiss)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook until caramelized.
- Add the diced chicken, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet, and cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Stir in the orzo and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheese and cooked turkey bacon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley.
- You can use leftover cooked chicken to make this recipe quicker.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, Orzo, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food