Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi (Print-Friendly Version)
Creamy chicken, bacon, and gnocchi blend with cheddar and spinach for a comforting, flavor-packed meal.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Main Ingredients
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450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped into bite-sized pieces
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450 g fresh or frozen gnocchi
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225 g cream cheese
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480 ml low-sodium chicken broth
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120 g shredded cheddar cheese
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100 g fresh spinach
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75 g crispy bacon bits
→ Seasoning
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt, to taste
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Ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Prepare:
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Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
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Heat a drizzle of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken pieces for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cream cheese and pour in chicken broth. Stir continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
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Add gnocchi and spinach to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 5–7 minutes until gnocchi are tender and spinach is wilted.
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Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and sauce is evenly combined.
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Ladle into bowls and garnish with additional cheese if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Extra Tips:
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For enhanced flavor, substitute spinach with kale or add sun-dried tomatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth if needed.