French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
Enjoy a delicious and comforting meal with this French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole featuring turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 cup French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Swiss or Gruyère)
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pot, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, shredded chicken, turkey bacon, French onion soup, half of the cheese, green onions, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use quinoa instead of orzo.
- Feel free to add more vegetables for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food, Casserole