French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole featuring turkey bacon for a delightful flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup caramelized onions
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese, such as Gruyere or Swiss
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine orzo, chicken broth, shredded chicken, caramelized onions, turkey bacon, cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the orzo is tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken, Orzo, Casserole, Turkey Bacon