Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet Recipe
Indulge in a rich and flavorful one-pan meal with this Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet. Tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a luscious cream sauce come together effortlessly for a comforting dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Saute, Simmer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Gnocchi:
- 1 lb potato gnocchi (fresh or store-bought)
For the Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Additional:
- 1 cup spinach or kale (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet. Season chicken and cook until golden. Set aside.
- Cook the Gnocchi: In the same skillet, cook gnocchi until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, add broth, cream, and Parmesan. Cook until thickened.
- Combine Ingredients: Return chicken and gnocchi to the skillet. Add spinach, cook until wilted.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning and garnish with Parmesan and herbs. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet, one-pan meal, comfort food, Italian recipe
