Description
A comforting casserole marrying the classic flavors of French onion soup with creamy orzo and tender chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Orzo Pasta
- 1 lb Boneless Chicken Thighs
- 2 large Onions, sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 cups Beef Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Gruyère Cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp Fresh Thyme
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Sauté the onions in butter over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
- Season and sear chicken thighs in a separate skillet until golden brown.
- Combine caramelized onions, garlic, beef broth, heavy cream, and cooked orzo in a bowl.
- Add seared chicken and half of the Gruyère cheese to the mixture.
- Transfer to a greased casserole dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with thyme.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute skinless chicken breasts and use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: French onion casserole, chicken orzo, comfort food, easy recipe, dinner
