Description
Indulge in our Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi recipe that combines savory chicken and creamy goodness. Try it today for a comforting meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crispy turkey bacon bits
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and measure out all ingredients.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Lower the heat and add cream cheese and chicken broth, stirring until smooth.
- Toss in the gnocchi and spinach; cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes until gnocchi are tender.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon until fully melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider substituting spinach with kale or adding sun-dried tomatoes. Fresh gnocchi yields a softer texture compared to frozen options. Adjust seasoning gradually to achieve your desired flavor profile.