Creamy Chicken Pesto Gnocchi
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4.5
312 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
712 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Creamy Chicken Pesto Gnocchi
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This Creamy Chicken Pesto Gnocchi is the perfect harmony of tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a velvety sauce bursting with the vibrant flavors of pesto. All ready in under 20 minutes, it will become a family favorite in no time! With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a warm and comforting meal that will satisfy even the hungriest of appetites. Whether hosting a dinner party or preparing a cozy family meal, this Creamy Chicken Pesto Gnocchi fits the bill.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts , diced (see note 1)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- ¼ cup pesto (see note 2)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup chicken broth (see note 3)
- 1.1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi (see note 4)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (see note 5)
- ¼ cup basil leaves
- salt & pepper
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Instructions
- Add the oil to a high-sided skillet or Dutch oven. Add the chunks of chicken and cook for 2 minutes over high heat so the chicken browns.1 tablespoon olive oil2 chicken breasts
- Turn the heat to low and add the butter and garlic. Stir for 30 seconds, and then add in the pesto.1 tablespoon butter3 cloves garlic¼ cup pesto
- Pour in the cream and broth, stir well to combine, and bring to a simmer.1 cup heavy cream¼ cup chicken broth
- Add the gnocchi, cover the pan, and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat.1.1 pound / 500 g uncooked potato gnocchi
- Uncover the pan, stir well, and cook for 2 minutes more.
- Add the grated parmesan cheese, then remove from the heat and stir in the basil leave.½ cup / 45 g grated parmesan cheese¼ cup basil leaves
- Taste your sauce and season to taste. Serve immediately. salt & pepper
Notes
- The recipe uses chicken breast, but feel free to use chicken thigh for this recipe. Alternatively, you can use any leftover chicken from a roast or rotisserie chicken.
- You can use vegetable broth if you prefer. Pick low sodium to keep control of the salt.
- Use any brand of pesto that you enjoy.
- I buy dried gnocchi when cooking one-pan meals since it tends to hold up well. I always keep a packet of the shelf-stable kind in my pantry, and you can easily find it in the pasta aisle of most major grocery stores. I buy De Cecco Potato Gnocchi that comes in 1.1lb/500g packets. If your brand comes in 1lb/454g then that is fine.
- If you can, buy a block of parmesan and grate it yourself. It will have a better flavor, and pre-grated parmesan will leave your sauce a little grainy.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
712kcal
(36%)
Carbohydrates
50g
(17%)
Protein
35g
(70%)
Fat
42g
(65%)
Saturated Fat
20g
(100%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
161mg
(54%)
Sodium
718mg
(30%)
Potassium
516mg
(15%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
1517IU
(30%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
216mg
(22%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 712 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 712kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 42g | 65% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 161mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 718mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 516mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1517IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 216mg | 22% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.5
312 reviews
Excellent
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