Description
A comforting and creamy dish of gnocchi coated in a rich ranch sauce, blending tender chicken and soft potatoes for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 package gnocchi
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Gnocchi in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package instructions, roughly 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Drain well and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce by combining the heavy cream, chicken broth, ranch seasoning, and shredded cheese in the same pot over medium heat. Stir continuously until smooth.
- Combine the shredded chicken and cooked gnocchi with the sauce, gently folding to ensure everything is coated.
- Season to perfection with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Serve in bowls garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
Feel free to customize by adding sautéed vegetables or using turkey instead of chicken. Can be made ahead and also frozen for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, gnocchi, comfort food, chicken recipe, quick dinner