Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet, a one-pan wonder perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. In just 30 minutes, you can create a rich, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and a savory garlic cream sauce that leaves everyone wanting more. This delightful recipe is not only quick to make but also versatile; customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins to suit your taste. With its easy preparation and minimal cleanup, this meal is sure to impress guests without keeping you in the kitchen for hours.
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
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Once hot, add bite-sized chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
- Add gnocchi directly into the skillet and stir gently until they float to the top (2–4 minutes).
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted; fold in spinach or kale if using.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg