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Gnocchi with Grilled Chicken in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Gnocchi with Grilled Chicken in a creamy, light roasted red pepper sauce, baby spinach, and Pecorino Romano will make people think you’re a gourmet cook!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 377 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 pound cooked grilled chicken breast (sliced thin)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 package DeLallo Potato Cheese Italian Gnocchi Kit
  • 1/4 cup shallots (minced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 12 ounce jars roasted red peppers in water (drained)
  • 1/2 cup broth (veggie or chicken)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • fresh black pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 cup half and half cream
  • 1/4 cup pecorino romano (plus more for serving)
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Instructions

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  1. Prepare gnocchi according to package directions.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes or until soft. Transfer to a food processor or blender along with the roasted peppers and broth until smooth.
  3. Pour the pepper puree back into the skillet over medium heat. Bring to a boil, add the half and half, Pecorino, salt, and pepper, and stir until heated, add the spinach and cook until wilted, 4 to 5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile in a large pot of salted water cook gnocchi according to package directions. Drain and add it to the skillet with the sauce and chicken. Add fresh basil and serve in bowls with extra cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Serving 11/4 cups Calories 377kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 47.5g (16%) Protein 26.5g (53%) Fat 8.5g (13%) Saturated Fat 3.5g (18%) Cholesterol 70mg (23%) Sodium 1326mg (55%) Fiber 3.5g (14%) Sugar 9.5g (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 377

% Daily Value*

Serving 11/4 cups
Calories 377kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 47.5g 16%
Protein 26.5g 53%
Fat 8.5g 13%
Saturated Fat 3.5g 18%
Cholesterol 70mg 23%
Sodium 1326mg 55%
Fiber 3.5g 14%
Sugar 9.5g 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.