Asiago Chicken & Gnocchi
Asiago Chicken & Gnocchi is a comforting dish that marries tender chicken and soft gnocchi in a creamy Asiago cheese sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress with its rich flavors and delightful textures. Each bite offers a taste of nostalgia, reminiscent of cozy family meals during chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Asiago cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, boil water and cook gnocchi according to package instructions (about 2-3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Lower heat, add minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Asiago cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return cooked chicken and gnocchi to the skillet; toss gently until coated.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted (about 1 minute). Serve with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg