Chicken Pesto Gnocchi

Chicken Pesto Gnocchi

This chicken and pesto gnocchi recipe uses store-bought gnocchi, chicken, pesto, goat cheese and tomatoes, making for a tasty and quick dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb potato gnocchi
  • 4 tbsp olive oil

    divided

  • 1/2 lb boneless chicken breasts

    cut into 1" pieces

  • salt and black pepper
  • 1/2 cup pesto
  • 4 oz goat cheese
  • 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes

    cut in half

  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • 2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 fresh basil leaves

    julienned

  • 1/4 cup pistachios

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat non-stick large skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tbsp olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook about 4 minutes on each side. Remove chicken and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook gnocchi according to instructions but keep 1/2 cup of cooking water before draining.

  3. 3

    Add 2 more tbsp olive oil and add the gnocchi to same non-stick skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 3 minutes and then flip and cook another 3 minutes until both sides are crispy.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and stir in pesto, goat cheese, tomatoes and 1/4 cup of cooking water to thin it out. Add more of each if necessary to coat the gnocchi. Stir back in the chicken. Top with some Parmesan, basil and pistachios and serve immediately.

Chicken Pesto Gnocchi

Chicken Pesto Gnocchi

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting, restaurant-worthy meal you can whip up in minutes? This Chicken Pesto Gnocchi recipe delivers a symphony of fresh, savory flavors perfect for any weeknight. It's a delightful blend of simple ingredients that come together effortlessly. The secret to this incredibly quick and satisfying dish is its smart use of quality, convenience ingredients. Store-bought gnocchi and a flavorful pesto base mean you can achieve a gourmet-tasting dinner with minimal effort, letting the fresh flavors of goat cheese, tomatoes, and basil shine. This approach ensures a truly delicious result without spending hours in the kitchen. Get ready for a comforting yet vibrant meal that's both hearty and surprisingly light. Each bite offers the soft, pillowy texture of gnocchi coated in a verdant, aromatic pesto sauce. You'll enjoy tender pieces of chicken mingling with the creamy tang of goat cheese and the sweet pop of fresh cherry tomatoes. The final flourish of crunchy pistachios and fragrant basil adds layers of texture and freshness, ensuring a sophisticated flavor profile that belies its simple preparation. Feel free to customize this delightful dish to your liking. Swap the chicken for hearty sautéed mushrooms or cannellini beans for a satisfying vegetarian version. If goat cheese isn't your favorite, consider crumbled feta or even fresh mozzarella for a similar creamy element. And for the pistachios, toasted pine nuts or walnuts make excellent crunchy substitutes, adding their own unique nutty flavor. This vibrant Chicken Pesto Gnocchi makes for a perfect, satisfying weeknight dinner or an elegant, yet easy, meal for casual entertaining. Serve it as a complete dish, perhaps with a simple side salad to complement its rich flavors.

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