Description
Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi is a comforting dish that transforms tender chicken and soft gnocchi into a rich, savory meal your whole family will love. This one-pan recipe combines juicy chicken with a creamy sauce infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese, creating an irresistible flavor profile. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this dish is both quick to prepare and easy to clean up. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy a delicious homemade meal that’s sure to impress. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs for extra flair!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (cubed)
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 pack of gnocchi
- Sun-dried tomatoes and herbs (oregano, thyme)
Instructions
- Dredge cubed chicken in a mixture of flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and simmer before stirring in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Mix in sun-dried tomatoes and herbs. Add gnocchi directly into the sauce; cover and cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stir to combine all ingredients gently, then serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg