Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi – Creamy Comfort in a Skillet
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi is a one-pan comfort meal made with tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, garlic, and Parmesan in a rich Alfredo sauce. Cozy and ready in 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless chicken, cubed
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Salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning
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1 tbsp olive oil + 3 tbsp butter (divided)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 lb shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi
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1½ cups heavy cream or half-and-half
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¾ cup grated Parmesan
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2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
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Fresh parsley or chili flakes to garnish
Instructions
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Season and sear chicken in 1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp butter until cooked through. Remove.
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Add 2 tbsp butter to pan, sauté garlic 30–60 seconds.
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Add gnocchi and cream. Cover and simmer 4–5 minutes until tender.
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Stir in Parmesan, return chicken, and simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Add spinach if using. Garnish and serve warm.
Notes
No need to boil gnocchi separately. Use plant-based cream and cheese for dairy-free version.