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Creamy Bacon Gnocchi

Creamy Chicken & Bacon Gnocchi is a quick and comforting dinner idea packed with rich flavors and hearty ingredients perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 570
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb diced chicken breasts
  • 4 slices chopped bacon
  • 1 small finely chopped onion
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 lb store-bought or homemade gnocchi
  • 1 cup sliced baby carrots
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then remove and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pan.
  2. Sauté the diced chicken in the bacon fat until golden brown; season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs, then remove and set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in the flour to create a roux, then whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer until thickened.
  5. Combine the cooked gnocchi, bacon, chicken, baby carrots, and spinach into the skillet, stirring gently to combine.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted; taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 30gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 870mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Creamy Chicken & Bacon Gnocchi is comfort food at its finest – quick, simple, and utterly delicious. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a special occasion, this dish never fails to impress.
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