Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, where tender chicken meets creamy orzo and sweet caramelized onions, all topped with melted Swiss cheese. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that invites everyone to the table. Easy to prepare and utterly satisfying, it’s an unforgettable meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions until translucent (about 10 minutes).
- Add minced garlic; cook for another minute. Sear chicken on both sides until lightly browned.
- Stir in chicken broth and orzo; bring to a simmer, stirring frequently for about 10 minutes.
- Mix in sour cream and thyme leaves until combined. Transfer to the baking dish, top with Swiss cheese, and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg