Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi recipe, where tender chicken breast pairs perfectly with fluffy gnocchi in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. This delightful dish embodies the essence of Italian cuisine and is ideal for cozy family dinners or special occasions. The combination of velvety textures and savory flavors ensures that everyone at your table will be asking for seconds. Plus, it’s quick to prepare and requires just one pan, making cleanup a breeze!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in salted boiling water until they float (2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add heavy cream, bringing it to a simmer; stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth (3-5 minutes).
- Return gnocchi and chicken to the skillet, mixing gently to coat in sauce. Heat through (2-3 minutes).
- Serve garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg