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French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole

French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole

A comforting and easy recipe, French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole combines tender chicken with creamy orzo and caramelized onions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400
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
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
For Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Topping (Optional)
  • 1 cup cheese for melting on top

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté the onions until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Add garlic during the last few minutes.
  4. Mix soy sauce and Dijon mustard with the caramelized onions and garlic.
  5. Layer the onion-garlic mix in the baking dish, followed by orzo, chicken broth, and chicken on top.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken is cooked through and orzo is tender.
  7. If desired, add cheese on top and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, ensure onions are caramelized properly and check the chicken's temperature for doneness.

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