Crack Chicken Gnocchi
Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken and fluffy gnocchi in a rich, creamy sauce. Infused with aromatic garlic and Italian herbs, this dish promises to elevate any cozy evening or impress dinner guests. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s destined to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 16 oz gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a pressure cooker or large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the chicken to the pot along with chicken broth and Italian seasoning. If using an instant pot, cover tightly and cook on high pressure for about 15 minutes.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot and stir in cream cheese until melted.
- Add the gnocchi to the mixture and let simmer for about five minutes to absorb flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 286g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with turkey or plant-based protein for variations. Incorporate vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition. For extra flavor, consider adding crispy bacon bits.