Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi

Ingredients (16)

• ·lb chicken breast
• ·tbsp olive oil
• ·tbsp butter
• ·small yellow onion
• ·cloves garlic
• ·cup heavy cream
• ·cup chicken broth
• ·tsp Italian seasoning
• ·cup grated Parmesan
• ·lb potato gnocchi
• ·cups fresh spinach
• ·salt
• ·black pepper
• ·crushed red pepper
• ·fresh parsley
• ·lemon zest

1. 1

   Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C).

2. 2

   Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden on all sides, about 5–6 minutes. Remove to a plate.

3. 3

   In the same pan, add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Deglaze the pan by pouring in white wine or water.

5. 5

   Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stir in Italian seasoning, and bring to a gentle simmer.

6. 6

   Drop gnocchi directly into the pan (no boiling needed). Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally - the sauce will thicken as gnocchi releases starch.

7. 7

   Stir in Parmesan, then add spinach and let it wilt.

8. 8

   Return chicken to the pan and simmer for 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.

9. 9

   Add a pinch of red pepper or lemon zest if desired for brightness.