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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi is a delightful comfort food that perfectly blends tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, velvety sauce. This dish is ideal for cozy dinners or impressing guests with its vibrant flavors and creamy texture. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s sure to become a family favorite that warms the heart and satisfies the palate.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 16 oz store-bought gnocchi
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chicken until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
  2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  3. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  4. Add gnocchi; cook for about 3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Stir in spinach and sliced chicken; cook until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes).
  6. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup (approximately 300g)Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

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