Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this delectable Creamy Garlic Chicken and Gnocchi recipe. Tender chicken and pillowy gnocchi are enveloped in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce, making for a satisfying and comforting meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 pound potato gnocchi (shelf-stable or refrigerated)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan until smooth.
- Add Gnocchi and Spinach: Simmer sauce, then add gnocchi. Cook until tender. Return chicken to skillet, add spinach, and cook until wilted.
- Finish and Serve: Adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- You can also substitute kale for spinach or use rotisserie chicken to save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
