Description
A comforting bowl of creamy chicken gnocchi that blends rich flavors with a nostalgic touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz Gnocchi
- 1 lb Chicken Breast, diced
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Chicken Broth (low-sodium)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Green Onions, chopped
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until they float, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the chicken by heating olive oil in a skillet, adding the chicken breast with spices, and cooking for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Create the creamy sauce by lowering the heat and adding cream cheese and chicken broth, whisking until smooth.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted, then gently fold in the cooked gnocchi.
- Season with Italian seasoning and chopped green onions, mixing to combine.
- Plate the dish and garnish with extra cheese and herbs, if desired.
Notes
Feel free to add vegetables or use rotisserie chicken for a quicker meal. Adjust spices to your preference!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: creamy chicken, gnocchi, comfort food, easy recipe, weeknight dinner