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Lemon Chicken Gnocchi: A Zesty Comfort Dish
Samantha Jones

Lemon Chicken Gnocchi: A Zesty Comfort Dish

A vibrant, one-pan dish combining tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a zesty lemon-cream sauce. The tangy lemon balances the richness, while fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter, salted
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Fresh thyme (optional) for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken with garlic powder and lemon pepper seasoning.
  3. Cook chicken in 6-minute batches until golden brown (reserve pan for sauce).
  4. Push chicken to one side, melt butter, and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
  5. Add broth, lemon juice, and cream, stirring to combine.
  6. Add gnocchi and spinach, simmering 8-10 minutes until tender and sauce thickens.
  7. Stir in parmesan until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt/pepper if needed.
  8. Serve garnished with fresh thyme.

Notes

Use vegetable broth for a lighter version
Substitute coconut cream for dairy-free option
Melt butter and sauté garlic separately if pan is too crowded
Add white wine in place of broth for extra flavor (not specified in original content)