Indulgent Quick Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Your Family Will Love
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Experience comfort with Quick Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi—tender gnocchi in a rich cream cheese sauce with chicken and bacon.
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Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound Chicken cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup Crispy Bacon Bits use turkey bacon for a lighter twist
For the Gnocchi & Sauce
- 16 ounces Gnocchi store-bought is a convenient choice
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese swap with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
- 1 cup Chicken Broth using low-sodium keeps it healthier
For the Vegetables
- 2 cups Spinach or use kale/sun-dried tomatoes as alternatives
For the Final Touch
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese mozzarella works beautifully as a substitution
- 2 tablespoons Oil olive oil or butter
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Begin by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and gather all your ingredients on the countertop.
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Lower the heat, then add cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir until blended and creamy.
- Toss in the gnocchi along with the spinach, covering the skillet. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi are tender and spinach is wilted.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits until melted and evenly mixed.
- Plate the dish right away, garnish with extra cheese or fresh herbs, and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to customize with favorite veggies or cheese and experiment with different cheeses for flavor variation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 1mg