Description
Yummy Cheese Chicken Gnocchi Bake is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich cheese sauce. This satisfying bake is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, offering a delightful mix of flavors and textures. With its bubbling cheese topping and easy preparation, you’ll want to make this recipe a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 16 oz gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar blend)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook seasoned chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, bring water to a boil, cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float (about 2-3 minutes), then drain.
- In a bowl, mix chicken broth and cream cheese until smooth; stir in garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and combine with gnocchi and spinach in a large bowl. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir gently.
- Transfer to the baking dish, top with shredded cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg