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Lemon Gnocchi Chicken: A Zesty Dinner Delight!

Lemon Gnocchi Chicken: Creamy, Zesty, and Perfect for Dinner
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups potato gnocchi
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the top, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and fresh spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
  6. Add the cooked gnocchi and chicken back to the skillet, tossing gently to combine.
  7. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Add cherry tomatoes or asparagus for extra veggies and color.

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