Description
Crockpot Creamy French Onion Chicken and Orzo is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken with caramelized onions, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked orzo pasta. This easy-to-make recipe not only warms your soul but also impresses guests with its rich flavors and delightful aroma. Ideal for cozy dinners or family gatherings, this dish guarantees satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Chop onions and mince garlic.
- In the crockpot, add sliced onions with olive oil on high for about 30 minutes until soft and golden.
- Nestle seasoned chicken breasts among the onions. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme, then pour in the chicken broth.
- Add cream cheese dollops into the mixture.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in uncooked orzo.
- Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg