Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet
Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is your ultimate one-pan meal that brings comfort and flavor to the dinner table in just 30 minutes. This delightful dish features tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich garlic cream sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this skillet meal is as easy to make as it is indulgent. Elevate your weeknight meals with this satisfying recipe that promises to delight everyone at your table.
- 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 (fresh or store-bought)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Spinach or kale (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Once hot, add diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Add spinach or kale if using, allowing it to wilt down.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg