French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A savory blend of rich flavors in a comforting casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo
- 1 pound shredded cooked chicken
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, sauté the onions until caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, shredded chicken, crumbled turkey bacon, caramelized onions, beef broth, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, casserole, comfort food, chicken, turkey bacon