Description
This Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and a rich ranch-style cream sauce. Made in one pan and ready in 35 minutes, it's perfect for cozy weeknights or quick family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 small uncooked chicken breasts (approx 360g)
- 3.5 cups (840ml) low sodium chicken stock
- 1 shallot, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup (120ml) 2% milk
- ½ tbsp lemon juice
- 175g light cream cheese (or Laughing Cow light)
- ½ tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried chives
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried dill
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 500g potato gnocchi (dry, vacuum-packed)
- 60g grated cheddar (not pre-grated)
- Olive oil spray
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, spring onions, or chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Poach the chicken in 2 cups of stock for 10–12 minutes. Let cool, slice, and set aside.
- Spray a non-stick pan with olive oil and sauté shallots until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add remaining stock, milk, lemon juice, herbs, and cream cheese. Whisk until smooth.
- Mix cornstarch with water and add to the sauce.
- Add chicken and uncooked gnocchi. Cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Transfer to an oven-safe dish, top with cheese, and broil until melted and lightly golden.
- Garnish and serve.
Notes
- Add spinach, peas, or kale for extra veggies.
- Use leftover cooked chicken to save time.
- Reheat with a splash of milk or broth to maintain creamy texture.
- Cheese swaps like gouda or mozzarella work well.
- Optional: Add chili flakes or hot sauce for heat.
