Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi
This Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi recipe is the kind of comfort food that brings bold flavor without any special tools or hard-to-find ingredients. Juicy chicken, soft gnocchi, and a creamy sauce with sundried tomatoes, garlic, and herbs all come together in one skillet, keeping both prep and cleanup simple. It's versatile enough to work for any group, and you can make it ahead and store it in the fridge for easy reheating. Whether it's for a weeknight dinner, a potluck, or just something to enjoy for a cozy weekend with friends, this recipe hits the spot!
Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 16 ounces potato gnocchi
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil drained and chopped
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs from Provence
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Fresh Basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the chicken with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.1 pound skinless, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon paprika, Salt and pepper
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, then sear the chicken for about 5 minutes, undisturbed, until golden. Remove from the skillet and set aside.2 tablespoons olive oil
- In the same skillet, add gnocchi, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.16 ounces potato gnocchi, ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil, 6 cloves garlic minced
- Add the chicken broth and return the chicken to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.½ cup chicken broth
- Pour in the heavy cream. Add more Italian seasoning and paprika. Stir and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.1 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs from Provence, ½ teaspoon paprika
- Stir in the spinach and cook for 3–5 minutes, until wilted. Adjust salt to taste.1 cup fresh spinach
- Spoon into bowls and top with fresh basil. Serve warm.Fresh Basil for garnish
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Notes
- Choose Your Cut: Chicken breasts cook quickly and stay lean, but if you prefer a richer flavor and juicier bite, boneless chicken thighs work just as well in this recipe.
- Season Early: Coat the chicken in spices before cooking to build flavor from the very start. That seasoning makes a difference once it's in the sauce.
- Don’t Rush the Sear: Let the chicken sit in the pan undisturbed at first—it helps it develop a golden crust and locks in moisture.
- Use the Same Pan: Cooking everything in one skillet keeps the flavors concentrated and makes cleanup easier.
- Crisp the Gnocchi Lightly: Giving the gnocchi a little color adds texture and helps it stand up to the creamy sauce later.
- Deglaze with Broth: Scraping up the bits from the pan adds tons of flavor to the sauce—don’t skip it.
- Boost the Flavor: Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese after adding the cream—it melts into the sauce for extra richness and a salty, savory finish.
- Add Greens at the End: Spinach wilts quickly and can become mushy, so stir it in right before you’re done to keep it fresh and vibrant.
Nutrition
Calories: 576kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 21gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 594mgPotassium: 777mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2106IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 118mgIron: 7mg
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