French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delightful casserole combining rich flavors of French onion and chicken with orzo pasta and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded chicken
- 1 cup caramelized onions
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, diced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the orzo, chicken broth, shredded chicken, caramelized onions, turkey bacon, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, Chicken Casserole, Turkey Bacon Recipe