Dinner

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

ByGabriel Langdon October 23, 2025October 23, 2025

Introduction

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting, rich dish that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a creamy sauce packed with spinach and bacon. It’s a perfect hearty meal that comes together quickly for busy weeknights.

The image shows a white bowl filled with creamy gnocchi covered in a rich, cheesy white sauce that has a bubbly, golden-brown top layer. Small pieces of crispy, browned bacon are scattered across the surface, adding a dark reddish-brown contrast. Fresh, finely chopped green herbs are sprinkled evenly, giving a fresh touch to the creamy texture. The gnocchi themselves are plump, round, and soft, partly soaked in the sauce that looks smooth and thick. The bowl sits on a light grey cloth, placed on a white marbled texture surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
8 oz cream cheese
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 cups fresh spinach
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup crispy bacon bits
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Chop the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Step 3: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring constantly until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Stir in the gnocchi and fresh spinach, then cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the gnocchi are tender and the spinach has wilted.
Step 5: Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits, stirring until the cheese has melted completely.
Step 6: Serve the creamy crack chicken gnocchi hot in bowls. Optionally, garnish with extra cheese or bacon bits for added flavor and texture.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, substitute the spinach with kale or add sun-dried tomatoes for a tangy twist.
If you prefer, use smoked gouda or mozzarella cheese instead of cheddar for a different cheesy profile.
To make it spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during cooking.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, warm gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth if the sauce has thickened too much.