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Delicious Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi in a creamy sauce with herbs.

Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi

This delightful dish combines tender chicken, gnocchi, and a creamy sauce, creating a warm and comforting meal perfect for special occasions and cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound tender chicken breast Use fresh chicken for the best flavor.
  • 1 package gnocchi Traditional for this dish.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Let it be fragrant before adding the cream.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese Use a dairy-free alternative if needed.
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Fresh basil for garnish Adds a nice pop of color.

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add in the parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook until the sauce thickens.
Cooking the Gnocchi
  1. Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and add to the sauce.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet. Toss everything together to combine.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat on low heat, adding extra cream or broth if needed. Try adding spinach or kale for extra nutrition or spice it up with red pepper flakes.