Description
French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish with caramelized onions, tender shredded chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy baked orzo pasta.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, sugar, and salt; cook until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
- Cook orzo pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, combine caramelized onions, shredded chicken, cooked orzo, thyme, black pepper, chicken broth, cream, and optional Worcestershire sauce. Stir until combined.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra depth, drizzle a bit of balsamic glaze over the top before serving.
- Can use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Make ahead and bake just before serving for a fresh casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French-American