Chicken and Gnocchi
A warm and comforting Chicken and Gnocchi recipe featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich creamy broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken and let it cook for about 5 minutes to integrate the flavors.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions (usually around 2-3 minutes) in the boiling broth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chopped spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese, followed by salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, consider using gluten-free gnocchi. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
