Asiago Chicken & Gnocchi
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Asiago Chicken & Gnocchi, a delightful dish that perfectly marries tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and rich Asiago cheese in a velvety sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining friends, with flavors that are sure to impress. Easy to make yet luxurious in taste, each bite will warm your soul and bring smiles to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup freshly grated Asiago cheese
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and scrape up any bits from the pan; gradually add Asiago cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Add fresh spinach to the sauce and cook until wilted (about 1 minute).
- Boil water in another pot; cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float, then drain.
- Return chicken to the skillet, add gnocchi, and gently combine everything until coated with sauce. Heat through for another minute before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg