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Creamy Chicken Parmesan Gnocchi Recipe

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A rich and comforting dish featuring tender gnocchi simmered in a creamy parmesan sauce with shredded rotisserie chicken, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. This one-pot recipe is perfect for a quick yet indulgent weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Gnocchi and Sauce

  • 1 lb dried potato gnocchi
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 store-bought rotisserie chicken, meat shredded and skin discarded
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Vegetables and Seasoning

  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Aromatics and Chicken: In a large dutch oven or stock pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and stir frequently until the garlic is fragrant, ensuring it does not burn. Then add the shredded rotisserie chicken and stir to combine.
  2. Add Liquids and Gnocchi: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and heavy whipping cream, then add the dried gnocchi. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Allow the gnocchi to cook for 3-5 minutes or according to the package instructions, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  3. Add Vegetables and Finish the Sauce: Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach has wilted completely. Then add the freshly grated parmesan cheese and season the dish with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy and well blended.
  4. Serve: Spoon the creamy chicken parmesan gnocchi onto plates and optionally top with extra parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control the saltiness of the dish.
  • Fresh spinach wilts quickly, so watch carefully to avoid overcooking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though the sauce will be less rich.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes can be substituted with oven-roasted tomatoes if preferred.

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