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Roasted Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake

Cozy Roasted Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake Delight

A comforting Roasted Chicken Leek and Butternut Squash Bake that combines tender chicken with creamy squash and leeks, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy compared to breasts
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper Essential seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Flakes Adds an herbal touch
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Infuses earthy notes
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Adds richness
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Provides a sweet base flavor
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Diced for even cooking
  • 2 cups Leeks Adds mild onion taste
  • 2 cloves Chopped Garlic Imparts a rich aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Introduces warmth and earthiness
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Adds moisture and enhances flavor
For Topping
  • ½ cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Provides a fantastic finishing touch
  • Fresh Parsley Leaves For garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C fan (200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6).
  2. Cut the boneless skinless chicken thighs into thirds, then sprinkle with dried parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Sauté in butter or olive oil until golden.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion, butternut squash, and paprika for 6-8 minutes.
  4. Add leeks and garlic to the vegetables, cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes.
  5. Transfer vegetables to a baking dish, place chicken on top, and pour in the chicken broth.
  6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and cover with foil. Bake for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 15 minutes until golden.
  7. Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley leaves and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cube butternut squash into 1-inch pieces for even cooking. Arrange ingredients in a single layer in the baking dish for the best flavor.

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