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Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a rich and comforting dinner made with tender chicken, soft potato gnocchi, and a creamy cheese sauce.
Prep Time 14 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American Comfort Food

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small chicken breasts about 360g
  • cups low-sodium chicken stock
  • 75 g turkey ham diced
  • 1 shallot finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup 2% milk
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • 175 g light cream cheese or light cheese spread
  • ½ tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried chives
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 500 g potato gnocchi
  • 60 g cheddar cheese freshly grated
  • Olive oil spray
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley spring onions, or chives for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Add the chicken breasts to a saucepan and cover with 2 cups of the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked.
  • Remove the chicken, allow it to cool slightly, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  • While the chicken cooks, spray a non-stick skillet with olive oil spray and cook the diced turkey ham until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, lightly spray with more olive oil and sauté the shallot until softened and lightly golden.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in the remaining stock, milk, lemon juice, dried parsley, dried chives, onion powder, dried dill, garlic powder, and cream cheese.
  • Whisk continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth.
  • Mix the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water and stir it into the sauce.
  • Add the cooked chicken and uncooked gnocchi. Bring to a gentle boil.
  • Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce thickens.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Transfer the Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi mixture to an oven-safe dish.
  • Sprinkle evenly with grated cheddar cheese.
  • Broil for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes lightly golden.
  • Top with crispy turkey ham and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute cheddar with Red Leicester for a slightly sweeter flavor.
  • Garnish with fresh chives or spring onions for added freshness.
  • Serve alongside a green salad or roasted vegetables.
  • For extra richness, add a small amount of Parmesan cheese before serving.