Description
Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a rich and savory one-pan dish featuring tender chicken pieces, pillowy gnocchi, creamy cheese sauce, fresh spinach, and crispy bacon bits. This comforting meal comes together quickly with simple ingredients, making it perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), chopped into bite-sized pieces
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for sautéing (about 1-2 tbsp)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Chop the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easy eating.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Add Cream Cheese and Broth: Lower the heat to medium. Add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet with the chicken. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce is smooth.
- Add Gnocchi and Spinach: Toss in the fresh or frozen gnocchi along with the fresh spinach into the creamy sauce. Cover the skillet and let it simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi are tender and cooked through.
- Finish with Cheese and Bacon: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits. Continue cooking until the cheese melts and the bacon is warmed through, blending all the flavors together.
- Serve: Serve the creamy crack chicken gnocchi hot in bowls. Optionally, garnish with extra shredded cheese or additional bacon bits for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control the salt content in the dish.
- Fresh gnocchi cooks faster than frozen, so adjust simmering time accordingly.
- For extra spice, add red chili flakes while cooking the chicken.
- Make sure to stir frequently to prevent gnocchi from sticking to the pan.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
