Name: Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Gnocchi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 teaspoon Salt (divided); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (divided); 4 cloves Garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour; 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 2 cups Chicken Broth; 1 cup Heavy Cream; 1 lb Potato Gnocchi; 3 cups Broccoli Florets; 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme (optional); Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes (optional); Fresh Parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

A comforting dish of tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and pillowy gnocchi enveloped in a luxurious cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners and impressing guests.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon Salt (divided)
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (divided)
4 cloves Garlic, minced
2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
2 cups Chicken Broth
1 cup Heavy Cream
1 lb Potato Gnocchi
3 cups Broccoli Florets
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme (optional)
Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Fresh Parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Pat the chicken breast cubes completely dry with a paper towel; season with half of the salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add the chicken in a single layer and cook until golden brown.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add unsalted butter to the skillet; once melted, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
Sprinkle flour over the mixture; whisk constantly to create a roux, then slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking.
Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly; stir in heavy cream and seasonings.
Add potato gnocchi and broccoli directly to the skillet; cover and cook until gnocchi are tender.
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted; return the cooked chicken and combine.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary; serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Serve as a main course or with a side salad. Use leftover chicken or vegetables for variations.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 500
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: creamy gnocchi, chicken broccoli pasta, easy dinner recipe