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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

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  • Author: chloe
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Description

A comforting and creamy dish featuring chicken, gnocchi, and cheese, perfect for cozy winter evenings.


Ingredients

  • 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Lower heat, add cream cheese and chicken broth, stirring until smooth.
  4. Toss in gnocchi and spinach. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes until gnocchi are tender.
  5. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits until melted.
  6. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with extra cheese if desired.

Notes

For optimal flavor, adjust seasonings to taste. Consider adding seasonal vegetables for variation.