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Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet Recipe – Easy Dinner Idea

Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet Recipe – Easy Dinner Idea

Description

Welcome to your new favorite weeknight dinner recipe—Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet! This easy skillet dinner combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy garlic sauce for a 30-minute meal that’s perfect for busy evenings. If you’re a fan of one-pan chicken recipes, this dish will surely impress your taste buds while saving you time in the kitchen!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 1lb of boneless non-skinless breasts of chicken (cut in bite-sized chunks) (Best for one-pan chicken dishes)
  • 1 2 lb potato Gnocchi (store-bought or home-cooked) (A classic Italian comfort food)
  • 6 cloves of garlic chopped ( Adds rich flavor to the garlic sauce’s creamy flavor)
  • 1 cup of heavy cream ( For that smooth texture you get from your skillet meal)
  • 1 cup of chicken broth (low sodium) ( Keeps the Gnocchi soft and juicy)
  • 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese ( Perfect for the perfect creamy, cheesy finish)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil ( For sauteing the chicken until golden)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs ( Classic seasoning for recipes using chicken skillets)
  • Freshly ground black pepper and salt to your taste
  • The fresh basil leaves to garnish

Optional Substitutions for Dietary Needs:

  • Gluten-Free Choose gluten-free gnocchi (available in most shops)
  • Dairy-Free Switch heavy cream with coconut cream, and Parmesan to substitute for nutritional yeast.
  • Hot: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to provide the heat

Instructions

Step1: Cook the Chicken

  • Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
  • Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step2: Sauté the Garlic

  • In the same skillet, add the minced garlic.
  • Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t let it burn!).

Step3: Deglaze the Pan and Cook the Gnocchi

  • Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. (This adds rich flavor to the creamy garlic sauce!)
  • Add the gnocchi, stir, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is tender.

Step4: Add Cream and Simmer

  • Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream.
  • Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the gnocchi.

Step5: Add Chicken and Cheese

  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the dish is creamy.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Equipment

Notes

  • brown the Chicken: Achieve a golden sear to ensure the most delicious taste.
  • Slowly simmer: Cook the sauce on medium-low so that it doesn’t curdle.
  • Add Cheese Then: Stir in Parmesan off the heat to create a creamy, smooth finish.

Find it online: https://fenrecipes.com/garlic-chicken-gnocchi-skillet-recipe-easy-dinner-idea/