Description
Lemon Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting dish that beautifully combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and a zesty lemon cream sauce. This delightful meal not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings warmth and joy to your table. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, itβs an easy recipe that guarantees satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 lb fresh gnocchi
- 2 ripe lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes each. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sautΓ© minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice while scraping up any bits stuck to the pan. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for about five minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float (about 2-3 minutes). Drain.
- Return cooked chicken to the sauce along with spinach and gnocchi. Stir gently to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken in lemon juice for 30 minutes before cooking for added flavor. - Swap spinach for kale or add vegetables like cherry tomatoes or asparagus for variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.