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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a comforting dish combining tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and a rich cream cheese sauce infused with garlic and onion powder. Topped with crispy bacon and melted cheddar, this skillet meal is quick to make and perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), chopped into bite-sized pieces

Main Ingredients

  • 16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Vegetables

  • 4 cups fresh spinach

Dairy & Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Meat

  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare chicken: Chop the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
  2. Cook chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped chicken and cook until it turns golden brown, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add cream cheese and broth: Reduce the heat to medium-low, then add cream cheese and low-sodium chicken broth to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and forms a smooth sauce.
  4. Cook gnocchi and spinach: Add the gnocchi and fresh spinach to the skillet. Cover and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the gnocchi are tender and the spinach is wilted.
  5. Add cheese and bacon: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits until the cheese melts thoroughly and everything is well combined.
  6. Serve: Serve the creamy crack chicken gnocchi hot in bowls, optionally garnished with extra shredded cheese for added flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen gnocchi depending on availability; cooking times may vary slightly.
  • For a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheddar cheese.
  • To make it gluten-free, ensure the gnocchi is made without gluten ingredients.
  • You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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