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Description
Indulge in a creamy and comforting Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi. This dish combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich Alfredo sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb gnocchi
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup spinach
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If using spinach, add it to the sauce and cook until wilted.
- Add cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat in the Alfredo sauce.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Add your favorite vegetables like broccoli or peas.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk or pasta water to thin it out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg