Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Heavenly Cozy Butternut Squash, Chicken, and Wild Rice Casserole—a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, sweet butternut squash, and hearty wild rice. This casserole is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings family and friends together around the table. Perfect for chilly evenings or special gatherings, it’s sure to leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup long-grain wild rice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tbsp dried thyme)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Add the cubed butternut squash around the chicken.
- In a pot, prepare wild rice according to package instructions using chicken broth instead of water; once cooked, add it to the baking dish with fresh thyme.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and remaining garlic powder until warmed through.
- Pour the creamy sauce over all ingredients in the baking dish; mix gently to coat.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg