Description
A cozy, creamy casserole combining tender chicken, caramelized onions, and comforting orzo inspired by classic French onion soup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups orzo
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 12–15 minutes until deeply caramelized.
- 3. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4. Add orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- 5. Pour in beef broth, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- 6. Fold in shredded chicken and bring to a gentle simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- 7. Transfer mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- 8. Top with Gruyère and mozzarella.
- 9. Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is golden.
- 10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra depth, splash in a bit of white wine when sautéing the onions.
- This casserole thickens as it cools add a splash of broth when reheating if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: french onion chicken, orzo casserole, caramelized onions, baked pasta