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French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight

French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole
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Discover the ultimate comfort food with this French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, a hearty dish perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Add shredded chicken, orzo, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until orzo is al dente, about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in Swiss cheese and parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a bit of extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine when cooking the onions.
  • Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for a healthier version.

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