Wild Rice Casserole with Butternut Squash and Cranberries

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked California wild rice blend
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1¼ lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1 medium honey crisp apple
• 1 small butternut squash, ½ inch pieces (about 5 cups)
• ½ tsp salt (salt more as necessary)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme (save some for garnish)
• ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese (optional)
• ¾ cup dried cranberries (reduced sugar)
• ¼ tsp paprika