Description
A simple recipe for creamy gnocchi with shredded chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add shredded chicken to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Reduce heat to low. Add cream cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir until the cream cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Season with salt.
- Add the cooked gnocchi and Parmesan cheese to the sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and the gnocchi is hot.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for faster preparation.
- Add 1/2 cup of frozen peas or spinach during the last minute of cooking for added vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 750
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 120
Keywords: creamy gnocchi, crack chicken, chicken gnocchi, easy pasta, comfort food