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Irresistible Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe You Need to Try

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Learn how to make delicious Delicious Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 pound gnocchi (store-bought or homemade if you’re feeling adventurous)
  • 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (Mama Lu swore by butter, but olive oil works fine)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (low sodium if possible)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Optional substitution: For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but keep in mind the sauce will be thinner.
  • Optional substitution: Use turkey or leftover roast chicken if you want a shortcut or a different flavor.

Instructions

  1. Start by heating the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When it’s hot and shimmering, add the chicken pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Set the chicken aside on a plate.
  2. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Stir it around for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. This little step releases the aroma that always takes me back to Mama Lu’s kitchen, where garlic was the secret to making simple dishes sing.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. That’s flavor gold right there. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  4. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, letting the sauce come up to a gentle simmer. You’ll notice it starting to thicken—this is where the magic begins. Keep stirring to make sure it doesn’t stick or burn.
  5. Add the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and smooth. If you want a little heat, sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes now. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Meanwhile, boil the gnocchi according to package instructions—usually 2-3 minutes until they float to the surface. Drain well.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then gently fold in the gnocchi. Coat everything evenly with that creamy sauce. Let it all warm together for another 2 minutes so the flavors marry beautifully.
  8. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve hot, spooned generously onto plates, and prepare for compliments.

Find it online: https://claracooking.com/delicious-creamy-crack-chicken-gnocchi/