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A skillet filled with golden chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a creamy garlic sauce.
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Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 lb shelf -stable potato gnocchi
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Season chicken cubes with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter.
  • Add the gnocchi to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is thickened and the cheese is melted.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.