Description
Cozy French Onion Chicken Orzo casserole with caramelized onions, tender shredded chicken, creamy sauce, and a cheesy baked finish.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
3 garlic cloves minced
1 ½ cups orzo pasta
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream or half and half
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional: ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or balsamic glaze
Instructions
1. In a large oven-safe skillet, melt butter and olive oil. Add onions, sugar, and salt. Cook 20–25 minutes until caramelized. Add garlic.
2. Stir in orzo and toast 2 minutes. Add chicken, thyme, pepper, and Worcestershire.
3. Pour in broth and cream. Simmer 8–10 minutes until orzo is tender.
4. Stir in 1 cup mozzarella and Parmesan until creamy.
5. Preheat oven to 375°F. Top with remaining mozzarella. Bake 10–15 minutes until golden.
6. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
Add mushrooms or spinach for variation.
Gruyère works well for a deeper French onion flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo, casserole recipe, cheesy orzo, chicken pasta bake