Description
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi, a dish that perfectly marries tender chicken with pillowy gnocchi in a luscious cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe not only delivers rich flavors but also offers versatility, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressive gatherings, this comfort food classic will leave everyone asking for seconds. With just 30 minutes of preparation, you can enjoy a delightful meal that warms the heart and satisfies the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crispy turkey bacon bits
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat; stir in cream cheese and chicken broth until smooth.
- Add gnocchi and spinach; cover and simmer until gnocchi are tender (5-7 minutes).
- Mix in cheddar cheese and turkey bacon until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg