Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi, a delightful dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into something special. This recipe features tender, pillowy potato gnocchi smothered in a rich, creamy alfredo sauce made from heavy cream and cheese, complemented by juicy chicken. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this one-pan wonder is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 Tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Pan-fry in a cast-iron skillet until golden brown.
- Sauté shallots and garlic in the same skillet. Add butter and flour to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream until bubbling.
- Stir in diced chicken and uncooked gnocchi until well-coated.
- Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg