French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and hearty casserole featuring the rich flavors of French onion soup combined with tender chicken and orzo, topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- 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 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until they are soft and caramelized.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked orzo, chicken broth, shredded chicken, sautéed onions, garlic powder, mozzarella cheese, chopped turkey bacon, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Feel free to add more vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, Chicken Casserole, Turkey Bacon