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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi - Easy 30 Minute Dinner Recipe.

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

A rich and comforting one-skillet dinner featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, crispy bacon, and fresh spinach in a velvety cream cheese and cheddar sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3-4 breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 16 oz gnocchi fresh or frozen
  • 8 oz cream cheese full-fat
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 4 cups fresh spinach packed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil for cooking

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces in a single layer and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown on all sides and no longer pink in the center.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low and add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the cream cheese melts completely and creates a smooth, velvety sauce with no lumps remaining.
  3. Add the gnocchi and fresh spinach to the sauce. Gently stir to coat everything, then cover the skillet with a lid. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi are tender and float to the top, and the spinach has completely wilted down.
  4. Remove the lid and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Keep stirring for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, then serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of broth if needed to loosen the sauce.