Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Dinner (Recipe for Printing)
Tender gnocchi and chicken in a velvety cream cheese sauce, topped with crispy bacon for the ultimate comfort food experience.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
01 -
3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 450g), cut into bite-sized pieces
02 -
½ cup crispy bacon bits
→ Pasta
03 -
450g fresh or frozen gnocchi
→ Dairy
04 -
225g cream cheese
05 -
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Produce
06 -
4 cups fresh spinach
→ Liquids
07 -
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
→ Seasonings
08 -
1 tsp garlic powder
09 -
1 tsp onion powder
10 -
Salt and pepper to taste
# Steps to Prepare:
01 -
Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and have all other ingredients measured and ready.
02 -
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown, approximately 5-7 minutes.
03 -
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and velvety.
04 -
Add gnocchi and spinach to the sauce. Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi becomes tender and the spinach wilts.
05 -
Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits until the cheese melts completely and incorporates into the sauce.
06 -
Portion into bowls while hot, garnishing with extra cheese if desired.
# Helpful Advice:
01 -
For added flavor, substitute spinach with kale or include sun-dried tomatoes.
02 -
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth if needed.