Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet, a savory one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This dish features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce, combined with soft gnocchi for a comforting experience that satisfies both adults and kids alike. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this restaurant-quality meal that’s not only delicious but also easy to customize with your favorite veggies or proteins. Say goodbye to complicated dinners and hello to quick, satisfying comfort food!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil or unsalted butter
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Once hot, add the chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through (6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create sauce: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well. Add Italian seasoning and bring to a simmer.
- Add gnocchi: Stir in gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float (about 2–3 minutes).
- Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with Parmesan cheese; stir gently until heated through.
- Final touches: If using, stir in spinach or kale until wilted, then adjust seasoning as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 135mg