creamy chicken gnocchi pasta (Print Version)
Chicken and gnocchi simmer in silky parmesan cream with sun-dried tomatoes for a savory dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
2 large chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Gnocchi
02 -
1 package gnocchi (about 16 ounces)
→ Dairy
03 -
1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Broth
06 -
1 cup chicken broth
→ Seasoning and Aromatics
07 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons minced garlic
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
# Steps:
01 -
In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Evenly coat the chicken cubes with the flour mixture.
02 -
Heat olive oil with unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the coated chicken cubes for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked to 165°F. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
03 -
In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
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Stir chopped sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes into the sauce. Let simmer gently over medium-low heat for 2 minutes.
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Mix gnocchi into the sauce, cover the skillet, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the gnocchi are soft and tender.
06 -
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and combine thoroughly with the sauce and gnocchi. Heat through and serve immediately.
# Notes:
01 -
For a thicker sauce, allow the cream to simmer uncovered for an additional 2–3 minutes before adding the gnocchi.