Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
- 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add onion slices and cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- In a baking dish, layer chicken breasts, then pour caramelized onions and garlic over chicken.
- In a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo, cook until al dente, then drain.
- Mix cooked orzo into the skillet with onions and chicken, season with salt and pepper. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and cheese is golden. Garnish with herbs before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyere or a blend of cheese for extra flavor.
- Ensure chicken is cooked through for safety and best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: California Diet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 130mg