Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet Recipe
This Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is a delicious one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy garlic sauce for a comforting and flavorful dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Gnocchi:
- 1 lb potato gnocchi (fresh or store-bought)
For the Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative)
- ½ cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup spinach or kale (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Gnocchi: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and the gnocchi. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the chicken and gnocchi to the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the sauce. Stir in spinach (if using) and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve hot. Garnish with additional Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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