Description
A comforting and flavorful casserole combining tender chicken, orzo pasta, and rich French onion flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked orzo
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, shredded chicken, French onion soup, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider topping with crispy fried onions before baking.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg