Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this creamy chicken gnocchi dish, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with loved ones. Featuring tender gnocchi enveloped in a rich, herb-infused sauce with succulent chicken pieces, this meal is a delightful balance of flavors that will leave everyone at the table satisfied and smiling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 package (16 oz) fresh gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- 1 tsp fresh basil (or ½ tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- 2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- 3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir to combine. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 4. Add gnocchi and Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring until heated through.
- 5. Finish with fresh herbs before serving hot, topped with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg