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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi: Your New Family Favorite!

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and a luscious sauce that appeals to the whole family.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 pound store-bought gnocchi quality gnocchi preferred
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups spinach or kale fresh
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp preferred
For the Crunch
  • ½ cup bacon bits crispy preferred
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin preferred

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by chopping boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. Measure out your cream cheese and low-sodium chicken broth, allowing the cream cheese to soften slightly.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chopped chicken pieces, sautéing for 5-7 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low, add softened cream cheese and chicken broth, and stir for about 3-5 minutes until the sauce is creamy.
  4. Toss in the gnocchi and fresh spinach (or kale); cover and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi softens.
  5. Mix in shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits, stirring until melted and bubbly for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Carefully dish the creamy mixture into bowls, garnishing with additional cheese or fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding broth if necessary to restore creaminess.

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