Butternut Squash, Chicken, and Wild Rice Casserole
Butternut Squash, Chicken, and Wild Rice Casserole is a cozy, heartwarming dish that perfectly combines tender chicken, sweet butternut squash, and nutty wild rice. This flavorful casserole makes for an ideal meal on chilly evenings or family gatherings. With its vibrant colors and rich aromas, it promises to be a showstopper that delights both the eyes and the palate. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it’s a fantastic choice for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups diced butternut squash
- 1 cup wild rice (dry)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place in the baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Add diced butternut squash and thyme; cook for an additional 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in cooked wild rice and pour chicken broth over the mixture in the baking dish. Combine well.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through. Remove foil during the last 5 minutes for crispy tops.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in spinach or kale before baking. - Swap wild rice for brown rice or quinoa if desired. - You can prepare the casserole ahead of time; refrigerate it unbaked for up to 24 hours.