Description
A one-pan Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet ready in just 30 minutes! This creamy, garlic-infused dish combines tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and rich Parmesan flavors—perfect for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs until golden and cooked through (6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Deglaze with chicken broth, add gnocchi, and simmer until tender (3-4 minutes).
- Lower heat to medium-low, stir in heavy cream, and simmer until the sauce thickens (2-3 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet, mix in Parmesan, and adjust seasoning. Garnish with basil before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- Adjust spice levels with red pepper flakes for a kick.
- Use gluten-free gnocchi for dietary adaptations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
