Description
Creamy garlic chicken gnocchi skillet delivers comfort on a plate, blending tender chicken and pillowy potato dumplings in a rich, herb-infused sauce. Savory and satisfying, this Italian-inspired dish promises a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
Main Carbohydrate:
- 1 package (16 ounces/454 grams) potato gnocchi
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Liquids and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup baby spinach
Instructions
- Warm a skillet over medium heat, drizzle with olive oil, and sear chicken pieces until they develop a rich golden-brown exterior. Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate.
- Reduce heat and melt butter in the same skillet, introducing minced garlic and allowing its aromatic essence to permeate the pan.
- Stream chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, whisking gently to create a smooth, integrated sauce.
- Introduce pillowy gnocchi to the liquid, sprinkling Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper throughout. Allow the mixture to simmer for approximately 5 minutes until gnocchi reaches a tender consistency.
- Fold in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and the previously cooked chicken, letting the ingredients meld together for an additional 2 minutes.
- Incorporate fresh spinach leaves, stirring until they wilt and transform into a vibrant green accent. Remove the skillet from heat and serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot.
Notes
- Swap gnocchi for gluten-free options like cauliflower gnocchi or zucchini noodles to make the dish celiac-friendly.
- Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in maximum flavor.
- Use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for a more vibrant and robust taste profile in the skillet.
- Customize protein options by replacing chicken with shredded rotisserie chicken, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for varied dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 527 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg