Description
Get ready to indulge in a delightfully creamy and comforting Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet! This one-pan wonder combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a silky garlic-infused sauce for a meal that’s sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb potato gnocchi, cooked according to the package and drained
- 1 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 5 tablespoon butter or ghee
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup white mushrooms, diced
- 2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 3 cup spinach
Instructions
1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika. Melt 2 tablespoon of butter or ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the hot skillet and cook for about 5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Once seared, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
3. Melt the remaining 3 tablespoon of butter in the same skillet, then add the garlic and Italian seasoning. Toss in the diced onion and mushrooms, and sauté until the onion is translucent, and the mushrooms are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Whisk in the chicken broth and cook for about 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld. Then, gradually pour in the half and half, whisking continuously as you add it. Stir in the shredded mozzarella and continue whisking for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is smooth and beginning to thicken.
5. Stir in the cooked potato gnocchi and spinach, adjusting the seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste. Carefully place the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet and let the dish simmer for about 2 minutes to heat the chicken through.
6. Garnish your Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet with a sprinkle of parsley, shredded Parmesan, and a pinch of red pepper chili flakes, if desired. Serve hot and savor every bite.
Notes
To ensure your Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Skillet turns out perfectly every time, consider these tips:
– Searing the chicken thighs until they’re golden brown helps to lock in the juices.
– Cooking the gnocchi according to package instructions is crucial for maintaining perfect texture.
– A large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven is ideal for this dish.
– Consider prepping ingredients in advance to save time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg