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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a rich and comforting dish featuring tender chicken pieces, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh spinach cooked in a smooth, cheesy sauce with crispy bacon bits. This skillet meal comes together quickly, making it perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), chopped into bite-sized pieces

Carbohydrates

  • 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi

Dairy

  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Vegetables

  • 4 cups fresh spinach

Liquids

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Others

  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil (for cooking chicken)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Chop the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking and easy eating.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the chopped chicken. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Create Sauce Base: Reduce the heat to medium-low, then add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
  4. Add Gnocchi and Spinach: Toss in the gnocchi and fresh spinach, then cover the skillet and allow everything to simmer for 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi are tender and the spinach has wilted.
  5. Finish with Cheese and Bacon: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits until the cheese melts and all ingredients are well combined.
  6. Serve: Serve hot in bowls, optionally garnished with extra shredded cheese for added richness, and enjoy your creamy, flavorful dinner.

Notes

  • You can substitute fresh spinach with kale for a heartier green option.
  • For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes while cooking the chicken.
  • Use gluten-free gnocchi to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • If fresh gnocchi is unavailable, frozen gnocchi works just as well; just ensure to adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • Bacon bits can be replaced with cooked and crumbled pancetta or omitted for a lighter dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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