Chicken Bacon Gnocchi

Chicken Bacon Gnocchi

This easy one pan chicken bacon gnocchi recipe is the ultimate comfort food! You will love the pillowy gnocchi, crispy bacon, and tender chicken in a creamy garlic sauce.

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon

    cut into small pieces

  • 2 medium chicken breasts

    cut into bite-size pieces

  • 1 large clove garlic

    minced

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt & pepper
    to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    In a deep skillet, over medium-high heat, fry the bacon until it's crispy (about 10 mins.). I use kitchen shears to make cutting the bacon up quick & hassle-free.

  2. 2

    Once the bacon is done, take it out of the pan, and leave about a tablespoon of the bacon fat in the pan. Discard the rest of the fat or save it for another use.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken to the pan and cook it for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, or until the chicken turns white on the outside. If the chicken is sticking when you try to stir it, give it a little more time to release naturally.

  4. 4

    Add the garlic to the pan and give it a good stir.

  5. 5

    Reduce the heat to medium and then add the chicken broth, cream, Italian seasoning, gnocchi, and bacon back into the pan (stir well). Cover the pan and cook for 4 minutes.

  6. 6

    Continue cooking the gnocchi, uncovered, for a few more minutes until the sauce reduces/thickens to your liking (stir every so often). 

  7. 7

    Stir in the parmesan cheese and season with salt & pepper as needed. Serve immediately.

Chicken Bacon Gnocchi

Chicken Bacon Gnocchi

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About this Recipe

Craving the ultimate comfort food that’s both indulgent and incredibly easy to make? This one-pan Chicken Bacon Gnocchi recipe is your answer, delivering rich flavors and satisfying textures without a pile of dishes.

What makes this recipe truly special is its incredible simplicity. By cooking everything in a single pan, you build layers of flavor as the crispy bacon, tender chicken, and creamy garlic sauce meld together, enveloping each pillowy potato gnocchi. It's a quick weeknight marvel that doesn't compromise on taste or that comforting, from-scratch feel.

Get ready for a truly delightful meal. You'll experience the savory crunch of golden-crisp bacon, perfectly complemented by delicately tender chicken pieces. Each bite includes a melt-in-your-mouth potato gnocchi, all coated in a luxurious, silky creamy garlic sauce infused with aromatic Italian seasoning. This dish is designed to satisfy those deep comfort food cravings, delivering a hearty and flavorful experience with minimal fuss.

Want to make this dish your own? Feel free to swap the chicken for tender shrimp or even slices of savory pork. For a vegetarian twist, omit the meat and load up on your favorite vegetables like sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or roasted red peppers. If you don't have Italian seasoning on hand, a pinch each of dried oregano and basil will work wonderfully in its place.

This rich and creamy gnocchi is ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. Serve it alongside a fresh, crisp green salad and some crusty bread to sop up every last drop of that incredible sauce.

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