Save Experience the ultimate comfort food: pillowy potato gnocchi coated in a rich, creamy chicken sauce loaded with savory herbs, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese for irresistible flavor.
This dish combines all my favorite flavors into one comforting meal that my family loves to gather around.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breasts: 1 lb (450 g), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Cooked bacon: 3 strips, crumbled
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Frozen peas: 1 cup
- Green onions: 1/4 cup chopped (for garnish)
- Dried dill: 1 teaspoon
- Dried parsley: 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder: 1 teaspoon
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 1 cup
- Ranch dressing: 1/2 cup
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Condensed cream of chicken soup: 1 can (10.5 oz/298 g)
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Potato gnocchi: 16 oz (450 g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 5 minutes.
- Step 2:
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3:
- Sprinkle in onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly coat the chicken.
- Step 4:
- Add condensed cream of chicken soup and chicken broth. Stir until well combined.
- Step 5:
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Step 6:
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing. Stir until cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Step 7:
- Gently stir in the potato gnocchi, ensuring theyre submerged in the sauce. Cover and cook for 4 5 minutes or until the gnocchi are tender.
- Step 8:
- Stir in the frozen peas and crumbled bacon. Cook for an additional 2 3 minutes until heated through.
- Step 9:
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Step 10:
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Save This recipe always reminds me of cozy family dinners where everyone asks for seconds.
Required Tools
Large skillet with lid, wooden spoon or spatula, chefs knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese cream ranch), Wheat (gnocchi soup), Egg (gnocchi ranch potentially in soup). May contain Soy (ranch soup cheese) Mustard (ranch). Double-check all ingredient labels if you have food allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories 620, Total Fat 34 g, Carbohydrates 48 g, Protein 33 g per serving
Save This creamy chicken gnocchi is the perfect quick meal that never disappoints and warms the heart.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of gnocchi works best?
Potato gnocchi provides the best texture and absorbs the creamy sauce well, creating a soft, pillowy bite.
- → Can bacon be substituted?
Yes, turkey bacon or pancetta can be used for a different flavor while maintaining the desired crispiness.
- → How do I prevent the sauce from thinning?
Simmer gently and avoid over-adding broth. Adding cheese and cream at the end helps thicken and enrich the sauce.
- → Are there variations to add more vegetables?
Spinach or mushrooms can be stirred in towards the end for extra nutrition and texture without overpowering the dish.
- → What is the best way to reheat leftovers?
Warm gently in a skillet with a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen the sauce and maintain creaminess.