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Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi

A creamy and comforting dish featuring tender gnocchi tossed with a rich chicken Alfredo sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi and Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast cubed
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the cubed chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
Prepare the Gnocchi
  1. While the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the potato gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Drain and set aside.
Make the Alfredo Sauce
  1. In the same skillet used for the chicken, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and nutmeg, and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
Combine Everything
  1. Add the cooked gnocchi and chicken to the Alfredo sauce, stirring gently to coat.
  2. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Serve
  1. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the dish.

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