French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and comforting casserole that combines the rich flavors of French onion soup with tender orzo and chicken, all topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup French onion soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine orzo, chicken, French onion soup, sour cream, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some sautéed onions or mushrooms.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg