Include in Print View:

Marry Me Chicken and Gnocchi

Cooking Method:
Cuisine:
Courses:
Servings: 4
Chicken
  • 2 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless, cut into bite-size pieces)
  • 3/4 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
    • Gnocchi & Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 package shelf-stable gnocchi (450g)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (julienne-cut)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesean cheese (freshly grated)
  • 1 cup baby spinach (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 lemon (juiced)
  • Fresh Basil (chopped (optional, for topping))
  • Extra Parmesan (grated (optional, for topping))
Instructions
  1. 1
    Prepare Chicken

    Cut chicken breasts into bite-size pieces. Season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.

  2. 2
    Cook Chicken

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add $2 text{ Tbsp}$ olive oil. Place chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.

  3. 3
    Sauté Aromatics

    In the same skillet, melt butter and add $1 text{ Tbsp}$ olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic and sauté for 40-60 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4
    Make Sauce

    Add heavy cream, chicken broth, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.

  5. 5
    Cook Gnocchi

    Stir in gnocchi and sun-dried tomatoes. Cover and cook for about 4 minutes, until the gnocchi is tender.

  6. 6
    Combine

    Add spinach, Parmesan, and the cooked chicken. Stir in lemon juice and toss until combined.

  7. 7
    Wilt Spinach

    Once spinach is wilted, remove from heat.

  8. 8
    Serve

    Top with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving.

Read it online: https://culinaryheirloom.com/recipe/marry-me-chicken-and-gnocchi/
Ryan Johnson
Hobby Culinaryist

Hello, I'm Ryan, a skilled and enthusiastic amateur cook! I find joy and fulfillment in the kitchen, and find delight in sharing my family creations with others. Keep it delicious!