Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) gnocchi
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley, red pepper flakes for garnish
- Additional seasonings to enhance flavor (paprika, Italian herbs)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Add cooked chicken to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices like paprika or Italian herbs.
- Stir in the gnocchi, then pour in chicken broth. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes until gnocchi are tender and have absorbed some broth.
- Reduce heat to low. Pour in heavy cream or milk, stirring constantly. Add shredded cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with chopped parsley or additional cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen gnocchi for best texture.
- Don’t overcook the gnocchi—aim for tender but firm.
- Customize with your favorite cheeses or seasonings.
- For added protein, include cooked bacon bits or sautéed shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Flexible/Can be adapted for gluten-free and low-fat diets
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
