Chicken Gnocchi Recipe
Indulge in this creamy chicken gnocchi dish that combines tender chicken and fluffy gnocchi in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for chilly nights or festive gatherings, this recipe is easy to make and delivers an explosion of flavors that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and visually stunning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 16 oz store-bought gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and spinach to the skillet; sauté until fragrant and spinach wilts (1-2 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth followed by heavy cream, scraping any browned bits from the skillet. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted; adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap vegetables like mushrooms or kale for added nutrition. Spice it up with Italian herbs or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra flavor.