French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and hearty casserole featuring tender chicken, orzo, and the rich flavors of French onion soup.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 ounces turkey bacon, diced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese (e.g., Swiss or Gruyère)
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add the sliced onions into the skillet and sauté until caramelized.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine orzo, shredded chicken, bacon, caramelized onions, beef broth, sour cream, half of the cheese, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a large baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey bacon and use vegetable broth.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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