Description
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi is a scrumptious, comforting dish that combines tender chicken and fluffy gnocchi in a rich, savory sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor right at home, making it a go-to favorite for anyone craving a warm, satisfying meal. With every bite, you’ll experience a delightful blend of creamy texture and robust flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and chop the onion.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add garlic and onion to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in gnocchi and chicken broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes until gnocchi are tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese; simmer gently for an additional 3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
To customize flavors, consider adding spinach or mushrooms to the dish.
Use fresh herbs like parsley or basil as a garnish for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg