Marry Me Chicken and Gnocchi
This marry me chicken and gnocchi is a rich, creamy, and comforting one-pan meal packed with flavor. Tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a sun-dried tomato cream sauce come together for a high-protein dish that feels indulgent yet perfect for easy weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Method
- Season the Chicken: Toss chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Build the Base: In the same skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 40–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Gnocchi: Add gnocchi and sun-dried tomatoes. Cover and cook for about 4 minutes until gnocchi is tender and sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine Everything: Stir in spinach, Parmesan, and cooked chicken. Add lemon juice and toss until everything is well combined and spinach is wilted.
- Finish: Remove from heat once creamy and fully combined.
- Serve: Top with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Notes
- Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days
- Reheat with a splash of broth or milk to loosen the sauce
- Keep basil separate and add fresh after reheating
- Swap heavy cream for half-and-half for a lighter option
- Add extra spinach or mushrooms for more volume
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