Description
Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a luscious garlic cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and loaded with flavor. Infused with fresh garlic and spinach, every bite offers a delightful texture and a comforting aroma that will envelop your kitchen. Serve it warm for a cozy meal that promises to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 lb gnocchi (store-bought)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix in minced garlic and spinach; sauté until fragrant and spinach wilts (about 2-3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently. Add Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Fold in the pre-cooked gnocchi; heat through for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg