One Pan Lemon Chicken Gnocchi
A comforting one-pan dish featuring tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and vibrant greens in a zesty lemon sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Add the garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, allowing the garlic’s fragrance to permeate the dish.
- Simmer with citrus: Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest; bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the gnocchi: Stir in the gnocchi and cook until they float to the top, about 2-3 minutes. This is a sign they’re ready!
- Incorporate the greens: Add spinach and stir until it’s just wilted and beautifully vibrant.
- Garnish and serve: Serve with a generous sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese on top for that perfect finishing touch.
Notes
Fresh chicken and high-quality broth enhance the overall flavor. Adjust seasonings to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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