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One Pan Lemon Chicken Gnocchi

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  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 3 to 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One Pan
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A cozy and creamy one-pan lemon chicken gnocchi made with tender chicken, soft potato gnocchi, and a bright lemon parmesan sauce for a quick and satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 lb potato gnocchi
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until golden and cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, sauté the onion and garlic until softened and fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Add the gnocchi and cook in the broth until tender.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and stir in the parmesan cheese.
  9. Add spinach if using and let it wilt into the sauce.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding red pepper flakes if desired.
  11. Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce coats the gnocchi.
  12. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and extra parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • No need to boil gnocchi separately—it cooks directly in the sauce.
  • Add mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, or asparagus for extra flavor.
  • Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
  • Add a splash of broth or milk if the sauce becomes too thick.
  • Best enjoyed fresh, as gnocchi texture may change when frozen.
  • Kale or arugula can be used instead of spinach.
  • A small knob of butter at the end adds extra richness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Find it online: https://cookedbylina.com/one-pan-lemon-chicken-gnocchi/