Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Chicken Butternut Squash Casserole, a delightful one-dish meal perfect for chilly evenings. This comforting casserole features juicy, tender chicken thighs paired with the natural sweetness of butternut squash and the aromatic flavors of leeks and herbs, all enveloped in a creamy sauce. It’s not just a feast for the taste buds; it also fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma that will make everyone feel at home. Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, this hearty dish is sure to impress and satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 large leeks
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Dried thyme and rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, butternut squash, leeks, and onion. Cook until softened (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, thyme, and rosemary; cook until fragrant (1 minute).
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables; stir and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until slightly thickened (2-3 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Return chicken to skillet; mix well with vegetables and sauce.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbling and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with parsley.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (about 270g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg