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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting and indulgent skillet meal featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and fresh spinach all simmered in a luscious cream cheese and chicken broth sauce. Enhanced with crispy bacon bits and melted cheddar cheese, this rich and creamy dish is perfect for a satisfying dinner that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Base

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil (for sautéing)

Sauce and Gnocchi

  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
  • 4 cups fresh spinach

Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking and quicker sautéing.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even browning.
  3. Add Cream Cheese and Broth: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the mixture becomes a smooth, creamy sauce.
  4. Simmer with Gnocchi and Spinach: Add the gnocchi and fresh spinach to the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes or until the gnocchi is tender and cooked through, and the spinach has wilted.
  5. Incorporate Cheese and Bacon: Remove the lid and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits. Continue stirring until the cheese melts fully and the ingredients are well combined into the creamy sauce.
  6. Serve: Dish out the creamy crack chicken gnocchi hot into bowls. Optionally, garnish with extra shredded cheese or additional bacon bits for extra flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Fresh gnocchi cooks faster than frozen, so adjust simmer time accordingly.
  • For a healthier twist, substitute bacon bits with turkey bacon or omit entirely.
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick if desired.
  • Use low-fat cream cheese and reduced-fat cheddar cheese to reduce saturated fat content.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on stovetop.

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