French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and comforting casserole featuring French onion flavor and tender orzo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded chicken
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crisp, then remove and crumble it.
- Add olive oil to the skillet and sauté the onions until caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, chicken, chicken broth, garlic powder, thyme, and half of the cheese.
- Fold in the caramelized onions and crumbled bacon.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Pair with a green salad for a complete meal.
- Try adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken, Orzo Casserole, Turkey Bacon