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Savory Garlic Chicken and Gnocchi Skillet Recipe in a cast iron pan

Savory Garlic Chicken and Gnocchi Skillet

A creamy one-pan dinner with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a garlic Parmesan sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup spinach leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red chili flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Dry the chicken cubes well with paper towels. Season them with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the pan. Stir constantly for about one minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Add the uncooked gnocchi directly into the liquid. Stir gently to coat them. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cook for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and the gnocchi becomes soft. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Toss in the fresh spinach. Stir until it wilts into the hot sauce. Top with parsley and chili flakes before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat on low heat with a little extra broth or milk.