Description
Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting and hearty one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, soft gnocchi, fresh spinach, and a rich, creamy sauce made with cream cheese and chicken broth. This recipe combines savory flavors with crispy bacon and melted cheddar cheese for a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Main Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Chop the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking and easier eating.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, then cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Cream Cheese and Broth: Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring continuously until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Simmer Gnocchi and Spinach: Toss in the gnocchi and fresh spinach. Cover the skillet and let everything simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, or until the gnocchi are tender and spinach is wilted.
- Finish with Cheese and Bacon: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits, mixing until the cheese melts and the bacon is heated through.
- Serve: Serve the creamy crack chicken gnocchi hot in bowls. Optionally garnish with extra shredded cheese for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For added flavor, substitute the fresh spinach with kale or include sun-dried tomatoes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of chicken broth to prevent drying out.
- You can use fresh or frozen gnocchi based on availability.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; you may want to add more salt or pepper depending on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Creamy chicken gnocchi, crack chicken recipe, creamy spinach chicken, one-pan gnocchi, comfort food, bacon cheddar chicken, skillet gnocchi recipe
