French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole

Experience the cozy flavors of French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, a hearty and savory dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 35

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 servings

Course: DINNER RECIPES

Cuisine: French

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts

For the Orzo

1 cup Orzo pasta

For the Aromatics

2 medium Yellow onions
3 cloves Fresh garlic

For the Flavor Boost

3 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

For Seasoning

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For Topping (Optional)

1 cup Cheese for extra creaminess and flavor

Equipment

Skillet
baking dish

Method

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the sliced onions until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Add minced garlic during the last few minutes.
Stir together soy sauce and Dijon mustard with the sautéed onion mixture.
Layer the onion-garlic mix, orzo, chicken on top, and pour in broth in the prepared baking dish.
Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and orzo is tender.
Optional: Remove from oven and sprinkle cheese on top. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to caramelize onions until golden for maximum sweetness. Avoid overcrowding the skillet when sautéing onions. Check chicken's internal temperature with a meat thermometer for perfect tenderness.

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