Roasted Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake – Alrightwithme
Roasted Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake – Alrightwithme is the perfect dish to bring warmth and comfort to your dinner table. This one-pan meal features tender chicken thighs paired with sweet butternut squash and savory leeks, all drizzled in a flavorful broth. It’s not only easy to prepare with minimal cleanup but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you’re feeding the family or hosting friends, this delightful bake will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/3 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 1 1/3 lb butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 3 leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 oz freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Low-calorie oil spray
- 1 tsp dried parsley flakes
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp salted butter (or olive oil)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp chopped garlic (or 3 garlic cloves, crushed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, season uncooked chicken thighs with parsley flakes, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- In a large baking dish, spray with low-calorie oil or add olive oil. Sauté onions for about 5 minutes.
- Add diced butternut squash, leeks, paprika, and garlic; mix well.
- Place seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables and pour chicken broth over everything.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 406
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg