Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi served in a bowl with herbs and spices

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

ByOlivia Carter
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Why Make This Recipe

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and a creamy sauce. It’s easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe is not only delicious but also comforting, making it a great choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

How to Make Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

Ingredients:

  • 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Make the Sauce: Lower the heat, add the cream cheese and chicken broth, and stir until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Add Gnocchi and Spinach: Toss in the gnocchi and fresh spinach. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi are tender.
  5. Finish the Dish: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits until everything is melted and mixed well.
  6. Serve: Serve hot in bowls, garnished with extra cheese if desired.

How to Serve Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is great served in bowls and can be accompanied by a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Adding a sprinkle of extra cheese or fresh herbs can enhance the dish’s appearance and flavor.

How to Store Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

To store leftovers, place the dish in an airtight container and refrigerate. It can be kept for 3-4 days. When ready to eat, reheat it in the microwave or on the stove over low heat until warmed through.

Tips to Make Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

  • Feel free to use shredded rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • Adding vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms can increase nutrition and flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic and onion powder to suit your taste.

Variation

You can make a lighter version by using low-fat cream cheese or adding more vegetables to the dish. This can make the meal healthier and still very tasty.

FAQs

Can I use frozen gnocchi?
Yes, you can use frozen gnocchi in this recipe without any adjustments to the cooking time.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dish a day in advance. Just store it in the refrigerator and reheat when ready to serve.

Is this dish gluten-free?
Traditional gnocchi contains gluten, but you can find gluten-free gnocchi made from potato or other gluten-free ingredients at stores.

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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian
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Description

A delightful dish combining tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Make the Sauce: Lower the heat, add the cream cheese and chicken broth, and stir until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Add Gnocchi and Spinach: Toss in the gnocchi and fresh spinach. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi are tender.
  5. Finish the Dish: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits until everything is melted and mixed well.
  6. Serve: Serve hot in bowls, garnished with extra cheese if desired.

Notes

Feel free to use shredded rotisserie chicken for a quicker option. You can also add more vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to increase nutrition.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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Hi, I’m Olivia Carter. I’m 41 years old, born in Nashville, Tennessee, and now living in Denver, Colorado, where the mountains are as much a part of my inspiration as the markets I shop from. My kitchen is my safe place it smells of herbs, wood smoke, and sometimes just-baked bread cooling on the counter.

I didn’t grow up with professional chefs around me just hardworking parents and a grandmother who believed that love always started with a pot on the stove. She taught me how to make biscuits without a recipe, how to know when cornbread is ready just by the sound it makes, and how to never waste a single vegetable from the garden. Those lessons stuck with me more than anything I ever read in a cookbook.

My path here wasn’t simple. I started as a server, sneaking glances into the kitchen whenever I could. Eventually, I found myself behind the line, sweating through long shifts, burning my fingers, and learning faster than I thought possible. Later, I studied culinary arts in New York, but I’ve always said the best training came from real kitchens, real mistakes, and real people who pushed me to keep going.

Today, my cooking is rooted in Southern tradition but shaped by everywhere I’ve traveled and everything I’ve tasted. I love the balance of smoky barbecue with bright citrus, the sweetness of honey paired with a kick of chili, and the way fresh herbs can lift even the simplest dish. Food, to me, is about contrast it should surprise you while still feeling like home.

I cook for people who want food that tells a story. I believe meals should connect us to memory, to family, to joy. It’s not about perfection or fancy plating it’s about sitting down, taking a bite, and feeling something.

If you’ve ever laughed around a messy kitchen table, licked barbecue sauce off your fingers, or found comfort in a bowl of soup on a hard day, then you already understand what my cooking is about. Welcome I can’t wait to share it with you.

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