French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delightful and savory casserole featuring French onion flavors and tender chicken, complemented by turkey bacon and orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook until caramelized.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked orzo, shredded chicken, caramelized onions, turkey bacon, beef broth, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and cheese is golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle additional herbs on top before serving.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg