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Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A rich and comforting dish combining tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and a creamy tomato spinach sauce for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Oil

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or sundried tomato oil from the can)

Chicken

  • 1 pound chicken breast (about 2 breasts, cut into ¾ – 1 inch pieces)

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Dairy & Broth

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream (double cream in the UK)

Gnocchi

  • 16 ounces gnocchi

Spices & Tomatoes

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ⅓ cup sundried tomatoes (chopped)

Cheese & Greens

  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves

Instructions 

  • Cook chicken in oil with seasonings until 165°F/74°C, then set aside.
  • Melt butter, cook garlic 30 seconds, deglaze with chicken stock.
  • Add cream and gnocchi, simmer 5 minutes until sauce thickens and gnocchi are tender.
  • Stir in paprika, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese; add spinach and wilt.
  • Return chicken to pan, stir, then serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh spinach for best flavor, and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Chicken, Creamy, Gnocchi