chicken, spinach, and orzo casserole
This recipe was given to me by the mother of a friend. She made it for us one night and it was outstanding!! Different from so many chicken casseroles. I have made it several times, with a caesar salad, bread for dinner. Everyone that has had it, loved it.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
Deb is right. This recipe is very different from your average chicken casserole. The sauce and orzo are creamy. Spinach and sauteed mushrooms add a rich umami flavor. Serve this as a main or it could even be a side dish. It's a delicious dinner casserole.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
Bake
yield
6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 4 - chicken breasts (can use boneless or bone-in)
- 2/3 cup orzo
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 10 ounces chopped frozen spinach
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice (I have used fresh and bottled)
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned pepper
- 3/4 cup skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
How To Make chicken, spinach, and orzo casserole
-
Step 1Boil chicken breasts, reserve broth. Chop chicken or shred, whichever you prefer. I tend to just chop. -
Step 2Cook orzo according to package directions using the chicken broth.
-
Step 3Saute mushrooms until tender.
-
Step 4Mix chicken, orzo, spinach (thawed and drained), mushrooms, soup, mayo, lemon juice, and pepper.
-
Step 5Spoon into a greased 9 x13 pan. Sprinkle with cheese and bread crumbs. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
- Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!
Discover More
Category:
Chicken
Category:
Casseroles
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Keyword:
#Casserole
Keyword:
#spinach
Keyword:
#orzo
Keyword:
#chicken
Ingredient:
Chicken
Method:
Bake
Culture:
Mediterranean
Comment & Reviews
ADVERTISEMENT
Just A Pinch Sweepstakes