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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi: Your Ultimate Cozy Comfort Dish

A comforting and creamy dish highlighting tender gnocchi and chicken in a luscious sauce, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts chopped into bite-sized pieces
For the Gnocchi
  • 1 pkg Store-bought Gnocchi time-saving staple
For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or substitute with mascarpone
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium optional
For the Greens
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach or swap with kale
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Bacon Bits or crispy pancetta

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients and chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a splash of oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Lower heat and add cream cheese and chicken broth. Stir for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  4. Stir in gnocchi and spinach, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until gnocchi float.
  5. Mix in cheddar cheese and bacon bits, stirring for 1-2 minutes until melted.
  6. Serve in warm bowls and garnish with additional cheese or herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is ideal for meal prep with leftovers keeping well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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