Skillet Tuscan Chicken Gnocchi

This creamy Tuscan chicken gnocchi features tender gnocchi and chicken simmered in a creamy sauce with lots of sun-dried tomatoes, wilted spinach, fresh basil, and Parmesan cheese.

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This creamy Tuscan chicken gnocchi features tender gnocchi and chicken simmered in a creamy sauce with lots of sun-dried tomatoes, wilted spinach, fresh basil, and Parmesan cheese.

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings servings

Calories 398kcal

Ingredients

1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium shallot, finely minced
3 medium cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups 2% or skim milk
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 lb gnocchi, cooked according to package instructions
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2 cups firmly-packed baby spinach
1/4 cup minced fresh basil

Instructions

Place chicken cubes on a plate and season all over with salt and pepper.
Place 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil in a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add chicken to pan and sear 3-5 minutes on each side until chicken is cooked through. Transfer to a plate, keep warm, and set aside.
In same pan, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add shallot and saute 3-5 minutes until very lightly browned. Whisk in garlic and flour until smooth and cook 1-2 minutes until golden.
Slowly whisk in milk and heavy cream until smooth. Bring sauce to a low simmer over medium heat and cook until thickened.
Stir in chicken cubes, cooked gnocchi, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, and spinach. Allow to cook several minutes, stirring until spinach is wilted.
Season chicken and gnocchi with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing Instructions

Store gnocchi in refrigerator up to 6 days.

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