Description
A comforting casserole featuring caramelized onions, tender chicken, and creamy orzo, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo pasta
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., mozzarella or Swiss)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Include the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked orzo and chicken broth until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs as a garnish. This dish is also flexible with substitutions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg