Description
Lemon Chicken Gnocchi: Creamy One-Pot Dinner Delight is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Italy right to your dinner table. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a creamy, zesty meal that’s perfect for any weeknight or special gathering. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh vegetables in a delightful lemon-infused sauce, making it not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrition and flavor. Ideal for busy families or entertaining friends, this recipe will impress everyone with its comforting richness and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (cubed or sliced thin)
- 1 lb potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice chicken into cubes or thin strips. Halve cherry tomatoes and measure out gnocchi.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5–7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds. Add cherry tomatoes; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream, lemon zest, and juice (remove from heat briefly during this step).
- Add gnocchi to the sauce mixture; cook for 3–4 minutes until tender. Toss in baby spinach just before finishing.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet; adjust seasoning as necessary. Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider including seasonal vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers. To make it even creamier, feel free to adjust the amount of heavy cream according to your preference.