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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Recipe
A rich and comforting dish combining tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy Parmesan pesto sauce.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream (room temperature)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomato pesto
- 1 pound gnocchi (1 package)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in oil until fully cooked, about 8-12 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Mix heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, and pesto in the pan.
- Add gnocchi, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in chicken and spinach; cook 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional Parmesan before serving.