Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Asiago Chicken Gnocchi, a comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender chicken and fluffy potato gnocchi enveloped in a rich, garlicky Asiago cheese sauce. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight meal or aiming to impress guests at a dinner party, this dish is both satisfying and easy to make. With its vibrant colors and enticing flavors, Asiago Chicken Gnocchi is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 16 ounces potato gnocchi
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium shallot
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup half-and-half
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup Asiago cheese
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 8-10 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, add shallots, and cook until softened. Stir in garlic and flour; whisk for one minute.
- Gradually add chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Cook until slightly thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Add half-and-half and gnocchi; stir to combine. Cook until gnocchi are tender (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in spinach and Asiago cheese until melted.
- Serve with sliced chicken on top, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg