Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Asiago Chicken Gnocchi, a creamy dish that combines tender chicken, pillowy potato gnocchi, and a rich sauce infused with fresh spinach and tangy Asiago cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or a special gathering, this one-pan meal is quick to prepare, requiring only 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking time. The result is a hearty dish that both adults and kids will love. Serve it directly from the skillet for a casual feel or in elegant bowls garnished with fresh parsley. Elevate your dining experience by pairing it with a light salad or crusty bread for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium shallot, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup half-and-half
- 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi, uncooked
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup Asiago cheese, finely grated
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season them evenly with kosher salt and black pepper.
- In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add diced shallot. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Sprinkle flour over shallots and garlic; whisk for about 1 minute until slightly golden. Gradually pour in chicken broth while whisking constantly to combine. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
- Stir in half-and-half and uncooked gnocchi into the skillet. Ensure gnocchi is submerged in sauce; cook for another 5-7 minutes until tender. Add fresh spinach and grated Asiago cheese; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
- Remove skillet from heat; place cooked chicken breasts on top of gnocchi mixture. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg