Description
Creamy crack chicken gnocchi is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe brings warmth and joy to your table. With its delightful flavors and inviting presentation, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 package (16 oz) fresh or frozen gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop onion and mince garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).
- Add onion and garlic; cook until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Fold in gnocchi and spinach; simmer until gnocchi are cooked (3-5 minutes).
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and stir in grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg