This Creamy Garlic Chicken and Gnocchi recipe is the perfect combination of comfort and flavor, making it an ideal dish for any night of the week. Tender chicken breasts, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, creamy garlic sauce come together in a meal that’s both indulgent and satisfying. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality dish right in your own kitchen. Whether you’re feeding the family or preparing a cozy dinner for two, this creamy chicken gnocchi is sure to become a favorite!

Prep Time: 10 minutes 

Cook Time: 25 minutes 

Total Time: 35 minutes 

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

For the chicken:

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon olive oil

For the sauce:

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the gnocchi:
 12 ounces potato gnocchi
2 cups baby spinach

Instructions:

1. Cook the chicken:

Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear chicken skin-side down until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. Prepare the sauce:

Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the skillet.

Sauté garlic and mushrooms for 2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in thyme, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.

Bring to a simmer, then add Parmesan cheese.

3. Cook the gnocchi:

Stir in gnocchi and let them cook in the sauce for about 3 minutes.

4. Combine everything:

Add baby spinach and stir until wilted.

Nestle chicken thighs back into the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.

5. Serve:

Garnish with fresh thyme and serve hot.

Tips:

You can use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken to save time.

For extra richness, add a little butter to the sauce.

If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer for a few extra minutes.

Enjoy your creamy garlic chicken and gnocchi!

Estimated Nutritional Information (per serving):

Servings: 4

Calories: 550-600 kcal

Protein: 34-38g

Fat: 30-35g

Saturated Fat: 15-18g

Carbohydrates: 42-45g

Fiber: 2-3g

Sugars: 3-5g

Cholesterol: 110-120mg

Sodium: 600-800mg

Calcium: 150-200mg

Iron: 2-3mg