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Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi Skillet

This recipe makes a creamy, flavorful chicken and gnocchi dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's a one-pan wonder that's ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Simmering 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 small shallot, diced
  • 8 oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 1/4 cups half and half
  • Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 (17-oz.) package gnocchi
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 3 cups packed baby spinach

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add chicken and cook until golden, 4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add shallot and mushrooms and cook until golden, 5 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, and oregano and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Add broth and scrape up any brown bits on bottom of pan, then slowly add in half and half. Bring to a simmer and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Stir in gnocchi and return chicken to pan. Let simmer until chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove chicken from skillet.
  3. Add cheeses and stir until melted, then add spinach and stir until wilted.
  4. Slice chicken and return to skillet. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

This dish is best served immediately. You can add other vegetables like peas or broccoli if desired.

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