Lemon Chicken Gnocchi: Creamy One-Pot Dinner Delight
Lemon Chicken Gnocchi: Creamy One-Pot Dinner Delight is a delightful and satisfying meal that brings together tender chicken, zesty lemon, and fluffy gnocchi in just 30 minutes. This one-pot dish is not only quick to prepare but also minimizes cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The creamy sauce, enriched with fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes, creates a comforting experience for all palates. Enjoy the vibrant flavors that make this recipe a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by slicing chicken, halving tomatoes, and measuring liquids.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5–7 mins). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds; add tomatoes and cook until softened (2 mins).
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Stir in cream, lemon zest, and juice (remove from heat briefly to prevent curdling).
- Add gnocchi; cook until tender (3–4 mins). Toss in spinach until wilted.
- Return the chicken to the skillet; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg