Description
Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is a comforting, one-pan dish perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh spinach are enveloped in a creamy garlic sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With its rich flavors and vibrant presentation, this skillet meal transforms any evening into a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 pound gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the chicken. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and gnocchi to the skillet; stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese until the spinach wilts and cheese melts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg