French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and comforting casserole that combines the flavors of French onion soup with tender chicken and savory orzo, topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- 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
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as Gruyere or Swiss)
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup sliced onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté sliced onions until caramelized.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked orzo, shredded chicken, French onion soup, sautéed onions, garlic powder, and half of the cheese. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and turkey bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, Casserole Recipes, Comfort Food