Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi, a comforting dish that transforms an ordinary weeknight dinner into a delightful culinary experience. This easy-to-make recipe features pillowy potato dumplings paired with tender chicken and a rich, velvety alfredo sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this dish is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Whether you’re looking for a quick meal after a busy day or a satisfying dish to share with loved ones, Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi is your go-to comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken for 8–10 minutes until golden brown. Remove from heat when internal temperature reaches about 145°F.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant.
- Add flour to create a roux, then whisk in chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Stir in diced chicken and uncooked gnocchi. Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg