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Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet

Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet

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Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is a delicious one-pan meal bursting with flavor and comfort. This dish combines tender chicken pieces and soft potato gnocchi enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. It’s quick to prepare, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something satisfying yet easy to make. The addition of Parmesan cheese adds a savory depth that both kids and adults will adore. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables for extra nutrition or spice it up with red pepper flakes. Enjoy this delightful skillet dish any night of the week!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lb potato gnocchi
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Olive oil or unsalted butter
  • Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add gnocchi directly into the sauce and cook according to package instructions (usually about 2-3 minutes).
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with Italian seasoning and stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
  6. Serve immediately while warm.
  • Author: Veronica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 590
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg
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