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French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole

A comforting casserole that brings the rich flavors of French onion soup combined with hearty chicken and orzo pasta, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Chicken, cooked Shredded or diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 tsp Thyme, dried
  • 2 large Yellow onions Sliced
  • 2 cups Chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 1 1/2 cups Orzo pasta Uncooked
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For cooking
  • 2 tbsp Butter, unsalted For cooking
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese Shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and thyme, cooking until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
  5. Incorporate cooked chicken, orzo, salt, pepper, and sugar. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and mix well.
Baking
  1. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish. Top it with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  3. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like rosemary or basil. Use leftover roasted chicken to save time. If you prefer a thicker casserole, reduce the amount of chicken broth slightly. To store leftovers, let the casserole cool completely. Then, cover it with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. It can stay in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing it for up to 2-3 months.