Description
This Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet is a perfect weeknight dinner, combining juicy chicken thighs and soft gnocchi in a rich, garlic-infused cream sauce with spinach and mushrooms.
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken:
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
- For the Skillet:
- 1 pound potato gnocchi, cooked according to package instructions and drained
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup white mushrooms, diced
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- Red pepper chili flakes, for garnish (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken thighs with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter or ghee.
- Add the seasoned chicken thighs and sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and mushrooms. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to deglaze the pan and incorporate any browned bits from the bottom.
- Gradually add the half-and-half or heavy cream, stirring continuously.
- Sprinkle in the shredded mozzarella cheese, stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Combine Gnocchi and Spinach:
- Add the cooked gnocchi and fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir gently to combine, allowing the spinach to wilt.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Finish the Dish:
- Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the gnocchi and sauce.
- Let the skillet simmer for 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken and meld the flavors.
- Serve:
- Garnish with red pepper chili flakes and fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free gnocchi.
- Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
- Adjust the creaminess by adding more or less half-and-half or cream according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg