Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi
Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your table. With tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a luscious cream sauce infused with garlic and herbs, every bite is a delightful experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 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
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 16 oz gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Prep by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add gnocchi and spinach; cook until gnocchi floats and spinach wilts (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy; adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh herbs instead of dried. Swap out chicken for turkey or add vegetables like bell peppers for variety. To keep leftovers creamy when reheating, add a splash of broth.