One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
divided
- 1 small shallot
diced
- 8 oz. baby bella mushrooms
sliced 
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 c. low-sodium chicken broth 
- 1 1/4 c. half and half
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 package gnocchi
17-oz.
- 3/4 c. shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
- 3 c. packed baby spinach
Directions
- 1
Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add chicken and cook until golden, 4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- 2
Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add shallot and mushrooms and cook until golden, 5 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, and oregano and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Add broth and scrape up any brown bits on bottom of pan, then slowly add in half and half. Bring to a simmer and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Stir in gnocchi and return chicken to pan. Let simmer until chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove chicken from skillet.
- 3
Add cheeses and stir until melted, then add spinach and stir until wilted.
- 4
Slice chicken and return to skillet. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply comforting, yet effortlessly simple dinner that comes together in under an hour? This One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi recipe delivers hearty, satisfying flavors with minimal cleanup, making it a perfect weeknight hero. You'll love how quickly this dish transitions from pantry to plate.
The magic of this recipe truly lies in its one-pan approach, which streamlines the entire cooking process and allows the rich, creamy sauce to infuse every ingredient. As the chicken browns and the vegetables soften, they build layers of flavor right in the pan. The gnocchi then cooks directly in the seasoned liquid, absorbing all those delicious notes while maintaining its tender, pillowy texture.
Prepare for tender, succulent pieces of boneless skinless chicken breast nestled among soft, cloud-like gnocchi. Each bite is enveloped in a luxurious sauce, thickened with half and half and enriched with savory chicken broth. Earthy baby bella mushrooms and aromatic shallots create a depth of flavor, beautifully complemented by fresh thyme and dried oregano. A generous blend of shredded mozzarella and freshly grated Parmesan melts into the sauce, creating an irresistible cheesy finish, brightened by a hearty handful of fresh baby spinach added at the end.
This dish is incredibly versatile. Feel free to swap the boneless skinless chicken breasts for boneless, skinless chicken thighs if you prefer. You could also experiment with adding other quick-cooking vegetables like diced bell peppers or zucchini for extra color and nutrition. For a touch more warmth, increase the pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to suit your palate.
This hearty and comforting meal is ideal for a cozy family dinner, especially when you need something satisfying without a lot of fuss. Serve it simply on its own, or pair it with a crisp green salad to balance the richness.