Description
Savory One Pan Lemon Chicken Gnocchi delivers Mediterranean comfort with zesty charm. Skillet magic blends tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and bright citrus for a quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
Cooking and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Slice chicken horizontally into 4 thin cutlets, generously seasoning both sides with garlic powder and lemon pepper. Add salt if seasoning blend lacks sodium.
- Heat skillet with oil and butter over medium-high temperature. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove chicken, keeping warm by covering with foil.
- Reduce heat to medium and quickly sauté minced garlic for approximately 30 seconds, releasing aromatic flavors.
- Pour chicken broth and lemon juice into skillet, carefully scraping accumulated browned bits from pan surface.
- Incorporate cream and gnocchi, ensuring pasta is fully submerged. Simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes, stirring periodically until gnocchi becomes tender and sauce thickens naturally. Adjust liquid if sauce appears too dense.
- Remove skillet from heat. Fold in parmesan cheese and spinach, stirring until spinach wilts and integrates smoothly.
- Return chicken to skillet, drizzling accumulated juices over the dish. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is evenly pounded to guarantee uniform cooking and tender texture.
- Use fresh lemon zest for an extra bright, citrusy punch that enhances the overall flavor profile.
- Fresh spinach wilts quickly, so add it at the very end to maintain vibrant color and nutrients.
- Replace traditional gnocchi with cauliflower or sweet potato gnocchi for a lighter alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 515 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg