Description
A comforting dish combining soft gnocchi and tender shredded chicken in a rich, creamy sauce that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water according to package instructions until they float, then strain.
- Create the sauce by combining shredded chicken, cream cheese, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Combine the cooked gnocchi with the sauce, mixing gently until coated.
- Melt in shredded cheese until it forms a gooey consistency.
- Serve on plates and garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
For a make-ahead option, prepare the sauce a day prior and combine with gnocchi before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: gnocchi, creamy chicken, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal