Description
A creamy and comforting Asiago Chicken Gnocchi recipe featuring tender chicken, soft potato gnocchi, and a rich Asiago cheese sauce with spinach. This easy stovetop Italian-inspired dish is perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Gnocchi
- 1 pound potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
Protein and Aromatics
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Cooking Fats and Liquids
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Cheese and Seasonings
- 1 cup shredded Asiago cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Vegetables and Garnish
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Fresh parsley or additional cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the potato gnocchi following package instructions, usually until they float to the surface, about 2–3 minutes. Drain the gnocchi and set aside to keep warm.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until they are browned and fully cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Create Sauce Base: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine ingredients thoroughly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Stir in shredded Asiago cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Continue stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly, about 3–4 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked gnocchi and chicken to the skillet, adding the baby spinach as well. Stir gently until the spinach wilts and everything is heated through, about 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Serve: Plate the hearty gnocchi mixture and garnish with fresh parsley or additional Asiago cheese if desired. Serve warm for best flavor and comfort.
Notes
- Substitute Asiago cheese with Parmesan or Romano cheese if preferred.
- For a lighter sauce, replace heavy cream with half-and-half.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
- You can use either olive oil or butter depending on your flavor preference.
- Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes to control the heat level or omit for a milder dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
