Description
Crockpot Creamy French Onion Chicken and Orzo is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken with the rich, savory flavors of French onion soup and creamy cheese, all mingled with perfectly cooked orzo pasta. This easy one-pot meal is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every bite. Enjoy a culinary experience that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté onions in a skillet with butter over medium heat until caramelized (15-20 minutes).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the crockpot.
- Mix sautéed onions, garlic, soy sauce, thyme, chicken broth, and cream cheese in a bowl until smooth; pour over chicken.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add uncooked orzo to the crockpot; stir gently.
- Serve hot, drizzling sauce over each portion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg