Creamy Asiago Chicken and Gnocchi
Creamy Asiago Chicken and Gnocchi is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and a rich, velvety sauce infused with aged Asiago cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests on special occasions. The aromatic garlic and vibrant spinach add depth to each bite, ensuring this meal warms both your heart and home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated aged Asiago cheese
- 16 oz package store-bought gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients: mince garlic, grate cheese, and rinse spinach.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer before stirring in grated Asiago cheese until melted.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with spinach and gnocchi; let simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Asiago if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg