If you are a fan of the classic French onion soup but want something a little heartier (and a lot easier to make), this French Onion Orzo Bake is going to be right up your alley. It’s got everything you love about the classic soup like rich, caramelized onion flavor and plenty of melty cheese baked into tender orzo pasta that is cooked to perfection. Yum! Best of all, this dish bakes up one single dish right in the oven, no stove top time required. It really doesn’t get much easier than this.

You’ll start things out with two cups of orzo pasta. Add it right from the box into the baking dish, no boiling required here. It will bake in the broth and soak up all those delicious French onion flavors. Speaking of flavor, we’ve really packed in here with a packet of french onion soup mix, a can of condensed french onion soup, and a dash of thyme and pepper. Last but not least, the cheese! Arguably the most important part. Half the cheese (swiss or mozzarella, that’s up to you) is mixed into the pasta as it bakes, then the rest is sprinkled on near the end of the bake time for that classic melty topping.

This French Onion Orzo Bake is the kind of dish that feels fancy enough for a holiday table but easy enough for a weeknight dinner. It’s rich, creamy, and packed with that savory onion flavor that keeps you coming back for more. Whether you serve it as a standout side or enjoy it as a main course with a simple salad, this dish is sure to please. Give it a try the next time you need a no-fuss recipe and I bet it will become a favorite in your recipe collection!