Description
Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a delightful comfort dish that combines tender chicken with rich cream cheese and crispy bacon, all enveloped in a luscious sauce. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. The addition of gnocchi and fresh spinach adds heartiness and nutrition, while the savory flavors ensure that this dish will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Whether serving it at a dinner party or enjoying it as leftovers, this Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Lower heat; add cream cheese and chicken broth; stir until smooth.
- Add gnocchi and spinach; cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes until gnocchi are tender.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and bacon bits until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 115mg