Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi That Will Make You Melt
This Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi will melt in your mouth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650kcal
Equipment
- Large pot
- large skillet
- spatula
Ingredients
For the Gnocchi
- 16 oz gnocchi pillowy dumplings
For the Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon oil for sautéing
For the Sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese brings creaminess to the sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth to create the sauce
For the Spinach and Topping
- 2 cups spinach for nutrients and color
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese to add melty flavor
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits for crunch and flavor
Extra Touches
- salt for boiling water
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add gnocchi and cook according to package instructions, about 2-3 minutes, until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Stir occasionally.
- Lower heat to medium, add cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir gently to melt cream cheese and create a creamy sauce, about 2-3 minutes.
- Fold in cooked gnocchi and spinach. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spinach wilts.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese and bacon bits over the mixture. Stir to combine until cheese melts, about 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnishing with additional cheese or herbs if desired.
Notes
For best results, reheat leftovers gently with a splash of broth to maintain creaminess.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 2mg