French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole with Turkey Bacon Twist
Delicious and creamy casserole infused with the flavors of French onion soup and made with tender chicken and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced chicken
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions and drain.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add onions to the skillet and sauté until soft.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, chicken broth, chicken, turkey bacon, sautéed onions, cream of mushroom soup, cheese, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with mushrooms.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg