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Roasted Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake

Cozy Roasted Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake Delight

A heartwarming Roasted Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 1/3 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs Juicy protein that stays tender.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 1/3 lbs Butternut squash Peeled and diced.
  • 3 Leeks Cleaned and sliced.
  • 1 Yellow onion Sliced.
  • 1 tbsp Chopped garlic Or 3 cloves, crushed.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Dried parsley flakes
  • 1/2 tsp Dried thyme
  • Salt and ground black pepper To taste.
  • 1 tsp Paprika
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Salted butter Or olive oil as a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Keeps the dish moist.
For Topping
  • 3 oz Freshly grated parmesan cheese Add towards the end to prevent burning.
For Garnish
  • a handful Fresh parsley leaves Chopped.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large frying pan
  • Large ovenproof dish
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C fan (200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  3. Sear the seasoned chicken pieces in a hot frying pan until lightly golden, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Sauté sliced onion, butternut squash, and paprika in the same pan for 5-7 minutes until squash softens.
  5. Add leeks and garlic to the vegetables and sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  6. Transfer the vegetable mixture to a large ovenproof dish, layer the chicken on top, and pour in chicken broth.
  7. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 15 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  9. Let the dish rest, then season with salt and pepper, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prepping and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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