Lemon Gnocchi With Chicken

Lemon Gnocchi with Chicken is seasoned chicken breasts, pan-fried until tender and juicy, on top of a pile of potato gnocchi in a creamy, zesty lemon-flavored sauce. It’s a delicious main dish that is made in one skillet for easy clean-up, and all under 30 minutes! Check out my Lemon Garlic Chicken for another flavorful way to serve chicken.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Chicken: I prefer boneless, skinless chicken breasts in this recipe. You could also use chicken thighs. Just be sure the chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. To save time, use leftover shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken, both of which have already been cooked!

Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice will give you the most flavor in the sauce. To get 2 tablespoons of juice, you will need one medium lemon. However, you could substitute bottled juice if that is what you have on hand.

Heavy Cream: Heavy cream, or heavy whipping cream, brings creaminess and richness to the sauce. You could substitute half-and-half or whole milk, but each of those options has less fat, so the sauce would not be quite as creamy.

Gnocchi: Look for fresh potato gnocchi (small, soft dough dumplings) to add to the sauce. It is a type of pasta that is typically made from a combination of potatoes, flour, and sometimes eggs. If using frozen gnocchi, you may need to cook that separately, according to package instructions, before adding it to the sauce.

Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan cheese is a key ingredient in this recipe. It adds lots of flavor and a bit of saltiness. Have extra for serving, too!

Spinach: Fresh spinach is added at the end of the cooking time. If using frozen spinach, thaw it and drain it before adding it to the sauce.

What To Serve With Lemon Gnocchi With Chicken

When ready to serve this dish, pair it with some optional side dishes. Here are some of my favorites:

• Wedge Salad
• Dinner Rolls
• Garlic Knots
• Garlic Breadsticks
• Roasted Asparagus
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Can I Make Lemon Gnocchi Without Chicken?

Absolutely! If you are looking for a delicious side dish, or simply a meatless version of this recipe, simply leave off the chicken! You could add more spinach if preferred, or just enjoy the lemon gnocchi as-is.

How To Store Lemon Gnocchi With Chicken

To store lemon gnocchi with chicken, first, let it cool completely. Then, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will last up to 2-3 days. Reheat it in the microwave or a saucepan on the stovetop over medium-low heat.

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Lemon Gnocchi With Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Lemon Gnocchi with Chicken is seasoned chicken breasts, pan-fried until tender and juicy, on top of a pile of potato gnocchi in a creamy, zesty lemon-flavored sauce. It's a delicious main dish that is made in one skillet for easy clean-up, and all under 30 minutes!

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Ingredients

Chicken

• ▢ 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ▢ 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• ▢ 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Sauce

• ▢ 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• ▢ 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• ▢ ¾ cup (180 g) chicken broth
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• ▢ 1 cup (238 g) heavy whipping cream
• ▢ 16 ounces uncooked potato gnocchi
• ▢ ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, grated
• ▢ 1 cup (30 g) fresh spinach
• ▢ fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

• Pat chicken breasts dry and season evenly with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• To a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add butter and oil. Once the butter has melted, add chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and repeat on the opposite side, until cooked through and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. (Depending on the size of the chicken breasts, cooking times may vary.)
• Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate. Tent to keep warm.
• To the same skillet over medium heat, add garlic, and cook for one minute. Add lemon juice, chicken broth, and salt. Using a wooden spatula, stir and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan as you go.
• Add heavy cream and gnocchi. Stir to combine. Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, or until gnocchi is cooked through.
• Add parmesan and spinach. Stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the spinach is wilted, stirring occasionally.
• Remove from heat and top with the cooked chicken.
• Garnish with parsley and serve.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 712kcal

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Keyword: Lemon Chicken Gnocchi

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 712

Author: Amanda Rettke–iamhomesteader.com

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What the Test Kitchen had to say about this recipe:

Autumn

This might be a new favorite for me! This is a delicious one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a tangy and bright lemon sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in!

Elizabeth

Yum! I am excited to make this at home, for sure! I love the lemon flavor in the sauce and the protein from the chicken.

Rachael

Lemon is a favorite flavor of mine, and I also love gnocchi. Lemon gnocchi is a no brainer! Delicious easy dinner.

Bella

This is fantastic. The creamy sauce has the right amount of tang from the lemon! The chewy gnocchi also soaks up the savory sauce. The chicken is well-seasoned and completes this flavorful dish!

Selena

This is so so good. The sauce is just perfectly creamy and lemony with the soft bite of the gnocchi and the perfectly seasoned chicken.