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Creamy Spinach Chicken Gnocchi: Easy Comfort

Deliciously creamy Spinach Chicken Gnocchi recipe! Enjoy tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi & a rich spinach sauce for a cozy, easy meal.
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Servings: 1
Course: Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 734
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package potato gnocchi (16-ounce)
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (650g)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth (240ml)
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (125ml)
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan for serving
  • 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Cook gnocchi in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs in a single layer and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 4-5 minutes per side), ensuring an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Add diced onion and cook, stirring frequently until tender, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and cook, whisking constantly for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded mozzarella until combined and thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Add the cooked gnocchi and spinach to the skillet, stirring until the spinach has wilted (about 1-2 minutes). Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan, red chili pepper flakes, and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 734kcalProtein: 51gFat: 39gCholesterol: 315mgSodium: 930mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

Ingredient Swap: I've definitely made this with boneless, skinless chicken breasts when that's what I had on hand.
Just be extra mindful not to overcook them; I

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