Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi That Will Warm Your Soul

A comforting dish of creamy sauce, tender chicken, and gnocchi that everyone will love.

Print Pin

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: comfort food, Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi, Easy Dinner, Gluten-Free Options, Homemade, Weeknight Meals

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings: servings

Calories: 600kcal

2 cups chicken broth Enhances flavor; use low-sodium for a healthier option.
1 cup heavy cream Creates a luscious sauce; can be substituted with coconut milk for a lighter, gluten-free version.
1 tablespoon garlic powder For flavor boost.
1 tablespoon onion powder For flavor boost.
1 tablespoon paprika For flavor boost.

16 oz gnocchi Fresh or packaged, ensuring it’s gluten-free if necessary; follow package instructions for cooking.
2 tablespoon olive oil A splash adds great flavor to the gnocchi when sautéed before serving.

Cook the Chicken: Begin by cooking your chicken using your desired method—grilling, baking, or sautéing it in a skillet until fully cooked, about 20-30 minutes. Shred or dice the chicken.
Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine cream cheese and chicken broth, stirring until smooth, about 5 minutes. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, cooking for another 3-5 minutes.
Mix Chicken with Sauce: Fold the shredded chicken into the creamy sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Cook the Gnocchi: Bring salted water to a boil, add gnocchi, and cook according to package instructions, usually 2-4 minutes.
Combine Gnocchi with Chicken Sauce: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked gnocchi into the sauce and stir to combine; let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve in deep bowls or plates and drizzle with olive oil.

Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep, and adjust cream and cream cheese for desired sauce thickness.