Irresistible Roasted Chicken Leek Butternut Recipe
Indulge in a cozy evening with this flavorful roasted chicken dish, featuring tender chicken, sweet butternut squash, and aromatic leeks for a heartwarming meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 pieces Bone-in Chicken Thighs
- 2 cups Butternut Squash, diced
- 1–2 medium-sized Leeks, sliced thinly
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil, extra virgin
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- A handful of Fresh Thyme, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, coat the chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well-covered.
- Dice the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces and slice the leeks thinly. Combine in a baking dish with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir gently until coated.
- Nestle the seasoned chicken thighs among the vegetables in the baking dish.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken's internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C) and veggies are tender.
- Remove from oven and let rest for five minutes before serving. Drizzle pan juices over each serving for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with vegetables (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg