Description

Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi is a comforting, one-pot dish that blends tender chicken with pillowy gnocchi in a rich, velvety sauce. This easy-to-make recipe transforms a simple weeknight dinner into an indulgent experience. With garlic, fresh spinach, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, each bite delivers warmth and satisfaction that will impress family and guests alike.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
1 pound gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh spinach leaves

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and slice.
In boiling salted water, cook gnocchi until they float (about 3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and simmer for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in heavy cream and allow it to thicken while stirring continuously.
Add Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Return sliced chicken and cooked gnocchi to the skillet, folding gently to coat everything in the sauce.
Add spinach leaves and stir until just wilted (about 2 minutes).
Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: One-pot cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
Calories: 540
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or incorporating vegetables like mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes. You can also swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different protein source.