Description
Creamy garlic chicken gnocchi skillet delivers Italian comfort with rich, cheesy goodness. Hearty ingredients meld together, creating a soul-warming meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
Starch:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) potato gnocchi
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Herbs and Garnish:
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, searing chicken pieces until they develop a rich, golden exterior and are thoroughly cooked through.
- Introduce minced garlic to the skillet, releasing its aromatic essence for approximately 45-60 seconds without browning.
- Gradually pour chicken broth and cream into the pan, creating a smooth, integrated sauce that coats the chicken evenly.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese, sprinkle Italian seasoning, and add a hint of red pepper flakes to elevate the flavor profile.
- Gently fold gnocchi into the simmering sauce, allowing them to absorb the rich flavors and become tender for 4-6 minutes.
- Drop butter into the skillet, creating a silky texture, then introduce fresh spinach and cook until leaves wilt and become vibrant green.
- Allow the dish to rest for a moment, ensuring the sauce reaches optimal consistency and flavors meld together.
- Transfer to serving plates, optionally garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of richness.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner protein option that cooks quickly and evenly.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes, making the dish mild or spicy according to personal preference.
- Fresh spinach works best when added at the last minute, preserving its bright color and preventing wilting during extended cooking.
- Consider gluten-free gnocchi for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the entire dish remains accessible to different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 534 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg