🧅 35g Protein
This dish combines the rich, sweet, savory depth of French Onion Soup with a hearty chicken and pasta bake. The caramelized onions melt into the beef broth to create a glossy, flavorful sauce that the orzo soaks up perfectly. Topped with bubbly Gruyère cheese, it is pure comfort.
📝 Ingredients:
✦ 1.5 lbs Chicken Breasts or Thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
✦ 2 large Yellow Onions, thinly sliced
✦ 4 tbsp Butter
✦ 1.5 cups Orzo Pasta (uncooked)
✦ 3 cloves Garlic, minced
✦ 3 cups Beef Broth (crucial for that "French Onion" color and taste)
✦ 1/2 cup White Wine (or extra broth)
✦ 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
✦ 1.5 cups Gruyère or Swiss Cheese, shredded (Mozzarella works too)
✦ Salt and Black Pepper
👩🍳 Instructions:
1- **The Onions (Patience is Key):** Melt butter in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring often, until they are soft, sticky, and caramelized deep brown.
2- Push onions to the side. Increase heat to medium-high. Add the chicken pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook until browned on the outside.
3- Stir the onions and chicken together. Add the garlic and uncooked orzo. Toast the orzo for 1 minute.
4- **Deglaze:** Pour in the white wine (if using) to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Then pour in the beef broth.
5- Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on the stove (or transfer to a 400°F/200°C oven) for 12–15 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed (it should still be creamy, not dry).
6- **The Cheesy Top:** Remove from heat. Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese generously over the top.
7- Broil for 3–5 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
8- Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley before serving.
✅ Macros Summary:
✯ Protein: 35g
✯ Carbs: 38g
✯ Fat: 18g
✯ Calories: 480
✯ Time: 45 min ⏱️
✯ Serving: 5 Servings 🍽️
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