Description
This creamy chicken gnocchi dish is a delightful and comforting meal, perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 lb fresh gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and rinse the spinach.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the minced garlic for about 30 seconds, then add the gnocchi and cook until slightly browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer until combined.
- Add spinach and both cheeses; stir until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter option, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg