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30-Minute Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American, Italian

Description

This 30-Minute Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is a hearty and comforting one-pan meal combining tender chicken pieces, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy garlic sauce enhanced with Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish balances rich flavors and satisfying textures in just half an hour.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Carbohydrates

  • 1 lb potato gnocchi

Produce

  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Dairy

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Liquids

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Herbs & Spices

  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant without burning.
  3. Deglaze skillet: Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon to enhance flavor.
  4. Cook gnocchi: Add gnocchi to the skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi starts to become tender.
  5. Add cream and simmer: Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream gently and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Combine chicken and cheese: Return cooked chicken to skillet and stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until cheese melts and chicken is heated through.
  7. Season and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk.
  • To make gluten-free, use gluten-free gnocchi available at many grocery stores.
  • Be careful not to burn the garlic to avoid bitterness.
  • This dish can be easily customized by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/30-minute-garlic-chicken-gnocchi-skillet-recipe/