Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

This creamy crack chicken gnocchi is a one-pan comfort food dinner packed with juicy chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and bursts of Parmesan and sun dried tomatoes in a luscious creamy sauce.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 4 people

Calories 580 kcal

Equipment

1 Mixing bowl Large
1 Skillet Large, for searing and simmering

Ingredients

Main ingredients

2 chicken breasts large, sliced into cubes
½ cup flour mixed with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons garlic minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pack gnocchi

Instructions

Toss chicken breasts in flour mix (salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder) until evenly coated.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic. Saute for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
Add heavy cream, Parmesan, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir until cheese melts and sauce is creamy.
Add gnocchi and simmer for 2–3 minutes until soft. Return chicken to the pan and toss.
Let simmer for 5–10 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Serve warm.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat with a splash of broth for best texture. You can freeze portions for later convenience.