Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Butternut Squash, Chicken, and Wild Rice Casserole. This comforting dish combines tender chicken, creamy butternut squash, and nutty wild rice for a delightful meal. Perfect for family gatherings or as a satisfying leftover lunch, it’s easy to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Experience the harmonious blend of savory and sweet in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups cubed butternut squash
- 1 cup wild rice (uncooked)
- 1 medium sweet onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add diced chicken breasts and cubed butternut squash; cook until the chicken is white all over (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix the sautéed ingredients with cooked wild rice, cream cheese, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg