Comforting Chicken Gnocchi Skillet
A delightful mixture of chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh spinach comes together in a creamy sauce for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Dairy Optional
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless Chicken Breast
- 16 ounces Gnocchi
- 4 cups Fresh Spinach
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Start by chopping your chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the chicken, and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the garlic: Once the chicken is cooked, toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Incorporate the gnocchi: Add the gnocchi and about 1 cup of water to the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until they start to float.
- Make it creamy: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently, and let it simmer for another 3-5 minutes.
- Add the spinach: Fold in the fresh spinach until it wilts, about a minute or two.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve with a smile and garnish as desired.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Adapt the recipe with different vegetables or cheeses as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, gnocchi, creamy dish, comfort food, easy recipe