Description
Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food that brings together tender gnocchi, succulent chicken, and a rich, velvety sauce. This easy-to-make dish features cream cheese, melted cheddar, and crispy bacon for a mouthwatering experience that delights the senses. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe promises to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Lower the heat and incorporate cream cheese and chicken broth; stir until smooth.
- Add gnocchi and spinach, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until gnocchi are tender.
- Mix in cheddar cheese and bacon bits until melted.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg