Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

Introduction

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a rich and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a luscious creamy sauce. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner that feels indulgent yet comes together easily.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 lb gnocchi
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Step 3: Stir in cream of mushroom soup, heavy cream, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and stir in the cooked chicken. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
4. Step 4: Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Drain well.
5. Step 5: Add cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Stir to combine and heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Step 6: Stir in cheddar cheese (if using) until melted. Serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce along with the thyme.
• Try substituting Gruyère cheese for a sharper taste.
• Serve with crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a saucepan on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk if needed to loosen the sauce.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen gnocchi for this recipe?

Yes, frozen gnocchi works well. Just cook it according to the package instructions before adding it to the sauce.

Is it possible to make this recipe dairy-free?

You can substitute the cream of mushroom soup with a dairy-free version and use coconut cream or another dairy-free cream in place of heavy cream and milk. Skip the cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting and indulgent skillet dish featuring tender cubes of chicken cooked in a rich and creamy mushroom sauce, combined with pillowy gnocchi and melted cheddar cheese. This easy stovetop recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner that satisfies with every bite.

• Author: Lisa
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Main

• 1 lb gnocchi
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the chicken. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2. Sauté the aromatics. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Prepare the creamy sauce. Stir in the condensed cream of mushroom soup, heavy cream, milk, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly and meld the flavors.
4. Cook the gnocchi. Cook the gnocchi according to package directions in boiling water until they float to the surface. Drain the gnocchi well and set aside.
5. Combine gnocchi with sauce. Add the cooked gnocchi into the skillet with the chicken and creamy mushroom sauce. Stir gently to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add cheese and serve. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, if using, until melted and incorporated into the sauce. Serve the creamy crack chicken gnocchi immediately while warm.

Notes

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat gently in a saucepan on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk if needed to loosen the sauce.
• Serve this comforting dish with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious creamy sauce.
• For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce along with the thyme, or use a different type of cheese like Gruyère for a sharper taste.

Keywords: Creamy Chicken Gnocchi, Crack Chicken, Skillet Dinner, Comfort Food, Easy Chicken Recipes, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Weeknight Dinner