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One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi

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A rich and comforting one-pan creamy chicken and gnocchi dish where tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and spinach are coated in a silky Parmesan cream sauce for an easy, satisfying meal.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Cook chicken until golden on both sides and fully cooked, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Add gnocchi and cook until tender, about 2–3 minutes.
  7. Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until slightly thickened.
  8. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
  9. Return chicken to the pan and simmer until everything is heated through and coated in sauce.
  10. Season with red pepper flakes if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs create a richer, juicier result.
  • Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
  • Swap spinach for kale if preferred.
  • Add extra broth or cream if sauce becomes too thick.

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