Description
Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is a comforting one-pan dish that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy garlic sauce for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is both easy to prepare and visually stunning. With rich flavors and vibrant ingredients, each bite offers pure satisfaction, making it a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 16 oz gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add gnocchi and half a cup of water to the skillet; cook according to package instructions (2-3 minutes) until they float.
- Pour in heavy cream, add Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese; stir until combined.
- Fold in spinach and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until wilted.
- Serve hot from the skillet with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg