Description
This Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, sweet butternut squash, and savory leeks. With its enticing aroma and comforting flavors, this recipe transforms any ordinary weeknight into a cozy family feast. Simple to prepare and perfect for sharing, it’s destined to become a go-to favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium butternut squash (approximately 2 cups cubed)
- 2 leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and cube the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces. Rinse and slice the leeks.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sliced leeks to the skillet, sautéing for an additional 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Gently fold in butternut squash, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Transfer everything to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the squash is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg