Description
Creamy, dreamy Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi featuring tender sliced chicken breasts with sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan in a luscious cream sauce, tossed with soft potato gnocchi for a comforting, Italian-inspired main dish that’s perfect for an impressive weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken and Sauté
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced thin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan
Gnocchi
- 1 pkg (16 oz) potato gnocchi
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Gnocchi: Prepare the potato gnocchi according to the package instructions, typically boiling for 2-3 minutes until they float to the surface. Once cooked, drain and set aside while you prepare the sauce and chicken.
- Sear Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the thinly sliced chicken breasts and sear them until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Create Sauce: Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of chicken broth. Stir in ½ cup of grated parmesan cheese. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then add the prepared gnocchi. Toss everything together until the gnocchi and chicken are fully coated in the creamy sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil leaves for an herby brightness, and serve the dish warm for best flavor.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Try adding fresh spinach for extra greens and nutrition.
- To enhance the smoky flavor, use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
