Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi, a comforting dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a gourmet experience. This recipe combines tender, pillowy potato gnocchi with juicy chicken breast and a rich, homemade Alfredo sauce, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy families or anyone craving a cozy meal. Whether you serve it as a hearty main course or alongside a fresh salad, this Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons flour
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In an oven-safe skillet, cook the chicken over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes until golden brown. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant. Add flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream; cook until thickened.
- Dice the chicken and stir it along with uncooked gnocchi into the sauce. Top with mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg