French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Bliss
A delicious and comforting casserole made with orzo, chicken, and turkey bacon, infused with the rich flavors of French onion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Swiss or Gruyere)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the shredded chicken and turkey bacon, stirring to combine.
- Stir in the orzo, French onion soup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg