This Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Gnocchi Recipe brings together tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, savory sauce that’s bursting with flavors of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach.
When I’m in the mood for something cozy and comforting, I typically don’t want to have to spend all evening in the kitchen to get it. That’s why I love this Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Gnocchi so much. Each bite is a celebration of comfort and satisfaction, perfect for a cozy night in or a dinner party. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to whip up, making it a fantastic option for both busy weeknights and special occasions.
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Why You’ll Love This Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Gnocchi
- One Pan – This delicious dish comes together in just one pan. You won’t have a bunch of dishes to do tonight!
- No Prep – There’s really no prep work here. No chopping or marinating.
- Hidden Veggies – Though this dish tastes indulgent, you’re still getting great nutritional value and vegetables, too!
- 30 minutes or less – An easy dinner you can throw together in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Gnocchi
- Olive Oil
- Butter
- Salt
- Ground Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic
- Chicken Broth
- Heavy Cream
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- Parmesan Cheese
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Spinach
How to Make Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Gnocchi
Season chicken with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken in the pan until it is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove to a separate plate.
Turn heat down to medium-low, and in the same pan, add butter. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30-45 seconds). Pour in chicken broth, scraping the brown bits off the bottom of the pan. Then, let it simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Stir in the cream, then add the gnocchi. Let the gnocchi cook for another 3-5 minutes, then add the red pepper flakes, sun dried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese melts. Sprinkle in the spinach and stir until it shrinks and loses stiffness.
Slice the chicken breasts and place them in the pan with the gnocchi. Serve warm.
Helpful Tips and Substitutions
- To shorten the cooking time of the chicken, cut into 1-inch cubes before seasoning and cooking.
- For extra spice, add an extra teaspoon of crushed red pepper thighs.
- Chicken thighs can be swapped for chicken breasts.
- Don’t have heavy whipping cream on hand? You can use 3/4 to 1 cup of half in half as a replacement.
- Though this dish has spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, mix it up and add whatever veggies you like! Broccoli, onion, and peppers, the options are endless!
Tools You’ll Need
Large Pan – This delciously creamy chicken and gnocchi comes together in just one pan, so make sure you have a sturdy large pan to cook in.
Measuring Cups – This recipe is nice because there is very little prep work, just measure and pour.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Gnocchi
Course: DinnerDifficulty: Easy4
servings30
minutesIngredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast
16 oz gnocchi
1.5 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves
1 1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cups spinach
Directions
- Season chicken with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken in the pan until it is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove to a separate plate.
- Turn heat down to medium-low, and in the same pan, add butter. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30-45 seconds). Pour in chicken broth, scraping the brown bits off the bottom of the pan. Then, let it simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the cream, then add the gnocchi. Let the gnocchi cook for another 3-5 minutes, then add the red pepper flakes, sun dried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese melts. Sprinkle in the spinach and stir until it shrinks and loses stiffness.
- Slice the chicken breasts and place them in the pan with the gnocchi. Serve warm.
