Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet
Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet—a delightful one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This dish features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce, perfectly paired with pillowy gnocchi. With minimal cleanup required, you can savor every bite without the hassle. Plus, it’s easily customizable—add your favorite veggies for an extra nutritional boost! Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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 (or vegetable broth)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped (for extra nutrition)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add gnocchi and cook according to package instructions (2-3 minutes) until tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and any optional greens like spinach or kale until heated through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 140mg