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Lemon Chicken Gnocchi

Creamy Lemon Chicken Gnocchi That's Ready in 30 Minutes

This Lemon Chicken Gnocchi recipe combines tender chicken with fluffy gnocchi in a creamy lemon sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts can be replaced with turkey or tofu
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder substitute fresh minced garlic for stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning use lemon zest and cracked black pepper as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can be substituted with butter or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter reduce or omit for a lighter sauce
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) use it to amplify the garlicky essence
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth works for a vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy/Whipping Cream replace with half-and-half or dairy-free cream for lighter/vegan alternatives
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) nutritional yeast can be a dairy-free substitute
For the Gnocchi
  • 1 pound Potato Gnocchi store-bought or homemade works great
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach kale or arugula can be used instead
Seasonings
  • to taste Salt & Pepper adjust according to your preference

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken breasts in half to create thinner cutlets that will cook quickly. Season both sides generously with garlic powder and lemon pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil along with a tablespoon of butter. Sear the seasoned chicken cutlets for 5-6 minutes on each side.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium, then add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in the chicken broth and lemon juice, bring to a simmer, then add heavy cream and potato gnocchi. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in grated parmesan cheese and fresh baby spinach, mix until spinach is wilted and cheese melted. Return sliced chicken to skillet and toss to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always use fresh lemon juice for best flavors and do not pre-cook gnocchi in order to absorb the sauce flavors.

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