Description
Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi is a delightful one-pan dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknight dinners to cozy gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken combined with pillowy gnocchi in a luscious, creamy sauce that is sure to win over both kids and adults alike. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it allows you to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal cleanup, this comforting meal is a go-to for those who crave rich flavors with ease.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, cubed
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 pack of gnocchi
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Dredge the cubed chicken in the mixture until well-coated.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the dredged chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F), then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, gradually adding Parmesan cheese until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Mix in sun-dried tomatoes along with oregano and thyme, allowing it to simmer on medium-low heat.
- Add gnocchi to the skillet and cook covered for about 2-3 minutes or until tender.
- Return the cooked chicken back into the skillet, mix gently, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 115mg