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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

Indulge in Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi for Cozy Nights

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into extraordinary family feasts with tender gnocchi and rich chicken sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs leftover rotisserie chicken also works

For the Gnocchi

  • 16 oz gnocchi store-bought or homemade

For the Sauce

  • 8 oz cream cheese Neufchâtel is a lighter alternative
  • 2 cups chicken broth substitute vegetable broth for vegetarian option

For the Greens

  • 2 cups spinach consider kale or other leafy greens

For the Cheese

  • 1 cup cheddar cheese or use Monterey Jack or Gruyère

For the Crunch

  • 1 cup bacon bits use turkey bacon for a lighter option

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Sauté Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, and sauté the chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  • Make Sauce: Reduce heat and mix in cream cheese and chicken broth for a creamy sauce, cooking for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add Gnocchi and Spinach: Fold in gnocchi and spinach, cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  • Finish with Cheese and Bacon: Add cheddar cheese and bacon bits, stir until cheese melts.
  • Serve Hot: Dish into bowls and serve immediately, optionally garnished with cheese or herbs.

Notes

For best results, cook gnocchi in salted water before adding to the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword comfort food, Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi, creamy sauce, Easy Dinner, family favorite, weeknight meal
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