Description
Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a luscious creamy Alfredo sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, as it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an easy yet satisfying meal for family and friends. The rich flavors of the sauce complement the soft texture of the gnocchi, creating a delightful dining experience that everyone will love. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in a large pot of salted boiling water until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes) and then remove from skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream, simmer gently, then whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth (3-5 minutes).
- Return cooked gnocchi and chicken to the skillet; toss to coat in sauce and heat through (2-3 minutes).
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 135mg