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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

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This Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting and indulgent dish combining tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and a rich creamy sauce loaded with cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits. Perfect for a satisfying family meal that comes together quickly on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Meat

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits

Produce

  • 4 cups fresh spinach

Dairy

  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Pantry

  • 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1–2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or olive oil)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Chop the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easy eating.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown and is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Create Creamy Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet with the chicken, stirring continuously until the cream cheese melts and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
  4. Add Gnocchi and Spinach: Toss in the fresh or frozen gnocchi along with the fresh spinach leaves. Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the gnocchi to cook through and the spinach to wilt.
  5. Incorporate Cheese and Bacon: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits until the cheese melts and everything is well combined.
  6. Serve: Spoon the creamy chicken gnocchi into bowls and garnish with extra shredded cheddar cheese if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh gnocchi if possible for best texture, but frozen works well too.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste after adding cheese and bacon.
  • For a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheese.
  • If you want extra veggies, add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes along with spinach.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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