Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi, where tender chicken breast meets fluffy gnocchi in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce. This one-pan wonder is perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, combining savory flavors that will leave everyone at the table wanting more. With just 30 minutes from start to finish and minimal cleanup required, this dish is as convenient as it is delicious. Elevate your dining experience with customizable ingredients like spinach or mushrooms to pack in extra nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season and cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer; stir in Parmesan until smooth (3-5 minutes).
- Add cooked gnocchi and chicken back into the skillet; mix gently to coat everything in sauce and heat through (2-3 minutes).
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg