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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe
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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a rich and comforting dish featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and a luscious creamy sauce made with cream cheese and cheddar. This satisfying one-pan recipe combines savory bacon bits and a blend of garlic and onion powders for bold flavor, making it a perfect hearty weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), chopped into bite-sized pieces

Sauce & Broth

  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Other Ingredients

  • 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking oil (for sautéing chicken)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Chop the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easy eating.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add cream cheese and broth: Lower the heat to medium. Add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce is smooth.
  4. Cook gnocchi and spinach: Toss in the gnocchi and fresh spinach into the creamy sauce. Cover the pan and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi are tender and the spinach is wilted.
  5. Finish with cheese and bacon: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits until the cheese melts and the dish is evenly combined.
  6. Serve: Serve the creamy crack chicken gnocchi hot in bowls. Optionally, garnish with extra shredded cheddar cheese and freshly ground black pepper for added flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh gnocchi for a softer texture or frozen gnocchi for convenience.
  • If you prefer, substitute spinach with kale or swiss chard.
  • Low-sodium chicken broth helps control the saltiness of the dish.
  • To keep it low carb, consider serving gnocchi with cauliflower rice.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.

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