Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi, a dish that effortlessly elevates your weeknight dinners. This recipe combines tender chicken, pillowy potato gnocchi, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce for a truly satisfying meal. With just one pan required, it’s not only easy to prepare but also simplifies cleanup—perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings. In under 40 minutes, you can serve a wholesome dinner that delights the entire family. Plus, this versatile dish allows for ingredient substitutions based on preferences or pantry items, making it adaptable for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 lb uncooked potato gnocchi
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown (8-10 minutes). Remove from skillet and dice.
- Sauté shallots and garlic in the same skillet until soft. Create a roux by adding butter and flour, then whisk in chicken broth, milk, and cream until smooth.
- Mix diced chicken and uncooked gnocchi into the sauce; top with mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg