Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Delight (Printable)

Tender chicken and gnocchi combined in a rich cheddar sauce with bacon and herbs.

# What You Need:

→ Meats & Protein

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 3 strips cooked bacon, crumbled

→ Vegetables & Herbs

03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup frozen peas
05 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
06 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
07 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
08 - 1 teaspoon onion powder

→ Dairy & Cheese

09 - 1 cup heavy cream
10 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
11 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing

→ Pantry & Staples

12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
14 - 1 cup chicken broth
15 - 16 oz potato gnocchi

→ Seasonings

16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Sprinkle onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper over the chicken. Stir to coat evenly.
04 - Stir in condensed cream of chicken soup and chicken broth until fully incorporated.
05 - Pour in heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
06 - Add shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing. Stir continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
07 - Gently fold the potato gnocchi into the sauce, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and cook for 4–5 minutes until gnocchi are tender.
08 - Stir in frozen peas and crumbled bacon. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until heated through.
09 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Contains Milk cheese cream ranch Wheat gnocchi soup Egg gnocchi ranch potentially in soup
  • May contain Soy ranch soup cheese Mustard ranch
03 -
  • To reheat add a splash of chicken broth or water if the sauce thickens.
  • Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
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