Lemon Chicken Gnocchi
Lemon Chicken Gnocchi (one-skillet style) is a cozy, savory dish that brings together juicy pieces of chicken, tender potato gnocchi, and a creamy, lemony sauce — all cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.Here’s the general idea:Chicken (often breast or thighs) is seared for a golden crust.Aromatics like garlic, onion, or shallots are sautéed right after, soaking up those flavorful pan drippings.Gnocchi (usually store-bought potato gnocchi) is added directly into the same skillet — it gets lightly toasted and then simmered in broth or cream so it becomes soft and pillowy.Lemon (juice and zest) brightens up the sauce, balancing the richness.Spinach or peas are sometimes stirred in for color and freshness.Finished with Parmesan and maybe a sprinkle of herbs like basil, thyme, or parsley.The result: a comforting, creamy, zesty one-pan dinner that’s easy enough for a weeknight but fancy enough to serve guests.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 16 oz potato gnocchi 1 package, (store-bought)
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half and half for a lighter version)
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional but great for color and freshness)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter.
- Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add uncooked gnocchi directly to the skillet.
- Pour in the chicken broth and cream.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi are soft and the sauce thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).
- Add lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan, and the cooked chicken back to the pan.
- Stir until everything is well coated and heated through.
- Taste and adjust with extra salt, pepper, or lemon if needed.
- Stir in spinach just before serving until wilted.
- Sprinkle with chopped herbs and a bit more Parmesan. Serve warm!
For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine before adding broth.
Want a lighter dish? Use milk instead of cream, or swap chicken for shrimp.
Add asparagus or peas for a springtime twist!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcal (31%)Carbohydrates: 47g (16%)Protein: 35g (70%)Fat: 33g (51%)Saturated Fat: 17g (106%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 153mg (51%)Sodium: 984mg (43%)Potassium: 599mg (17%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 1735IU (35%)Vitamin C: 8mg (10%)Calcium: 207mg (21%)Iron: 5mg (28%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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