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French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole

A cozy baked casserole with caramelized onions, tender chicken, creamy orzo, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound chicken breast diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup orzo uncooked
  • 2 1/2 cups broth beef or chicken
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups cheese Gruyère, Swiss, or mozzarella, shredded
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Wooden spoon
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Caramelize onions in butter and olive oil until deep golden.
  2. Add garlic and chicken, cooking until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in orzo, broth, and cream, then transfer to baking dish.
  4. Bake covered, then top with cheese and bake until bubbly.

Notes

Allow casserole to rest before serving for best texture.