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Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken Gnocchi Linguine

Experience the ultimate creamy garlic chicken gnocchi! Golden chicken & pillowy gnocchi in a rich, silky sauce. So easy!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner, Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp Napa Valley olive oil or butter
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 4-5 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 package potato gnocchi 16 oz
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 cups baby spinach optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the ChickenI like to start by seasoning my chicken generously with salt and pepper. Then I heat a little olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. As the chicken sizzles and turns golden, the aroma fills the kitchen and makes you feel like something special is about to happen. Cook it until it’s done through, about 6–8 minutes, then remove it from the skillet and set it aside. I usually sneak a little taste here too—because why not?
  2. Sauté Onion u0026 GarlicUsing the same skillet keeps all those tasty browned bits from the chicken. I add diced onion first, letting it soften and get just a hint of sweetness. Then I toss in the garlic and cook it for about a minute until fragrant. That smell—honestly, it’s the moment I start feeling like dinner is going to be unforgettable.
  3. Add Gnocchi u0026 BrothNext, I stir in the gnocchi and pour in the chicken broth. I cover the skillet and let it cook for around 5 minutes until the gnocchi are tender and the broth is mostly absorbed. At this point, the sauce is already starting to cling to each little gnocchi pillow, and I feel like we’re halfway to a cozy, comforting dinner.
  4. Make the Cream SauceI lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. I like to let it simmer gently until it thickens just enough to coat every piece of gnocchi. This is the part where the dish starts to feel indulgent, rich, and really worth the few minutes of prep.
  5. Return Chicken u0026 Add SpinachNow it’s time to bring the chicken back into the skillet. I toss it in the creamy sauce so every bite is flavorful and coated perfectly. If I’m adding spinach, I stir it in at this point, letting it wilt into the sauce just enough to add freshness and color.
  6. Garnish u0026 ServeFinally, I sprinkle everything with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. I like serving it straight from the skillet—no fuss, no extra dishes, just comforting, creamy gnocchi with golden chicken. Every time I dig in, it feels like a little reward for making it through the day.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcal

Notes

Ingredient Swap: I've actually tossed in some chopped kale or even Swiss chard instead of spinach when I'm looking for a bit more bite and earthy flavor.
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