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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Gnocchi

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A quick and easy creamy garlic parmesan chicken gnocchi recipe with crispy golden edges and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound store-bought potato gnocchi
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add remaining butter to the skillet. Add gnocchi in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until crispy golden edges form. Flip and cook another 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  5. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in sauce. Warm through for 2 minutes.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking gnocchi to ensure crispy edges. Use medium heat to avoid burning garlic and butter. Freshly grated parmesan melts better than pre-grated. Deglaze the pan to add depth of flavor. For dairy-free, substitute cream with coconut milk and parmesan with nutritional yeast. For vegetarian, swap chicken with mushrooms or roasted cauliflower.

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