Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet
Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is a delightful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken with fluffy potato gnocchi, all enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. In just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With customizable options for added veggies and seasonings, it’s sure to please everyone at the table. Enjoy this satisfying dish alongside fresh salads or crusty bread for an unforgettable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or unsalted butter)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: 1 cup spinach or kale
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bite-sized chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Add gnocchi directly into the sauce and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet along with spinach if using, stirring to combine. Cook for another minute until warmed through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 605
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg