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Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi Dish

Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi

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Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken and fluffy gnocchi enveloped in a rich, savory sauce—perfect for family dinners any night of the week.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 pound gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any bits from the pan. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add gnocchi directly to the skillet and cook according to package instructions (about 3-5 minutes).
  7. Finally, stir in fresh spinach or kale just before serving.

Notes

  •  For an extra flavor boost, add fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
  •  You can substitute chicken with turkey or mix in other vegetables such as mushrooms for variety.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 36g
  • Saturated Fat: 21g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg