Chicken Alfredo Gnocchi is a creamy one-skillet meal made with tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and a homemade garlic-Parmesan Alfredo sauce. Rich, comforting, and ready in 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cubed
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1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter (divided)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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½ cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: 1 cup baby spinach or ½ cup peas
Instructions
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden and done. Remove from skillet.
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Add 1 tbsp butter and gnocchi. Cook for 4–5 minutes until lightly browned.
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Push gnocchi aside, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
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Deglaze pan with chicken broth. Stir in heavy cream.
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Add Parmesan and simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
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Return chicken to skillet. Add spinach or peas if using. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Serve warm with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper.