Chicken Orzo Bake
This Dump and Bake Chicken Orzo Casserole is the ultimate easy comfort food! Tender chicken, creamy Boursin cheese, juicy tomatoes, and orzo pasta all cook together in one dish—no stovetop needed. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want a cozy, family-friendly dinner without the fuss.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 460kcal
Ingredients
- 3 heaping cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie chicken, leftovers, or air fried/baked chicken breast - shredded; about 1.5 lbs raw
- 2 cups orzo pasta uncooked
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt & ground black pepper to taste (I use about ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper; this will depend a lot on your exact chicken and broth used!)
- 1 (5.3-oz) package Boursin cheese
- 3 oz spinach chopped
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan
- splash of cream optional
- 1 cup mozzarella balls optional
- chopped parsley and/or basil, lemon juice, extra parmesan to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a 9x13 inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
- Assemble: Add chicken, uncooked orzo, tomatoes, broth, seasoning, salt and pepper to the prepared dish. Stir to combine. Nestle Boursin cheese in the middle.3 heaping cups cooked shredded chicken, 2 cups orzo pasta, 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt & ground black pepper, 1 (5.3-oz) package Boursin cheese
- Bake covered: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Carefully uncover, stir in the spinach and parmesan.3 oz spinach, ½ cup freshly grated parmesan
- Finish baking uncovered: Stir in a splash of cream if you want a creamier dish. Scatter mozzarella balls on top, if using. Bake uncovered for another 5-10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.splash of cream, 1 cup mozzarella balls
- Serve: Let the casserole sit or 5-10 minutes before serving with fresh herbs, lemon juice and parmesan, if you like.chopped parsley and/or basil, lemon juice, extra parmesan
Notes
- Chicken: Rotisserie, leftover, or cooked chicken breast all work great. Aim for about 3 heaping cups.
- Broth: Use low-sodium broth to better control saltiness. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Creaminess: The dish is creamy from the Boursin alone. A splash of cream at the end makes it extra luscious but is totally optional.
- Mozzarella Balls: Optional but highly recommended if you love cheesy bites throughout!
- Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat with a splash of broth or cream if needed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 18g