Description
Craving a cozy, flavorful dish that comes together in just one skillet? This *Crispy Garlic Chicken & Gnocchi* is your answer. Packed with golden pan-seared chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a garlicky parmesan butter sauce, it’s the perfect quick dinner idea that feels fancy without the fuss. Great for busy weeknights or lazy weekend cravings, this easy recipe delivers major comfort food vibes in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re searching for dinner ideas or a quick yet hearty meal, this dish checks all the boxes: crispy, creamy, and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 lb potato gnocchi (shelf-stable or refrigerated)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
Lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and a bit of olive oil in a bowl. Let sit for 5–10 minutes.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet. Sear chicken in batches until golden and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add gnocchi and let sear undisturbed for 2–3 minutes, then stir and cook until golden and tender.
4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Push gnocchi to one side and sauté minced garlic in the remaining butter for 1–2 minutes. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
5. Return chicken to the skillet. Add optional cream if using and toss gently to coat everything in the garlic butter. Heat through.
6. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan and parsley. Serve hot with more cheese and optional lemon zest.
Notes
Pat the chicken dry before searing to get a crispy, golden crust.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and melt.
Don’t stir the gnocchi too soon — let it crisp for a delicious texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: chicken gnocchi, crispy chicken, quick dinner, easy recipe, skillet meal