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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.
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Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

For the Chicken:
  • 680 g chicken breasts boneless and skinless, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 3/4 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Pinch of paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Gnocchi & Sauce:
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 450 g shelf-stable gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil julienne-cut
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 cup baby spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • Fresh basil chopped (optional for topping)
  • Extra Parmesan grated (optional for topping)

Method
 

  1. Season the Chicken: Toss chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika until evenly coated.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Make the Sauce: Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cook the Gnocchi: Add gnocchi and sun-dried tomatoes. Cover and cook for about 4 minutes until gnocchi is tender and sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Combine Everything: Stir in spinach, Parmesan, and cooked chicken. Add lemon juice and toss until everything is well combined and spinach is wilted.
  7. Finish: Remove from heat once creamy and fully combined.
  8. Serve: Top with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 42gFat: 28g

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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