One Pan Lemon Chicken Gnocchi
A creamy and zesty one pan dish featuring chicken breasts, gnocchi, and spinach.
Equipment
- Skillet A large skillet is ideal for this recipe.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
- 0.5 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach (packed)
- to taste Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner cutlets. Season each side with garlic powder and lemon pepper. Add salt if the lemon pepper doesn’t contain any.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the cream and gnocchi to the skillet. Stir well to ensure the gnocchi is submerged in the liquid. Let it simmer gently, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi is cooked and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and add the parmesan cheese and spinach. Toss until the spinach wilts and mixes in. Return the chicken to the skillet along with any juices. Spoon some sauce over the chicken. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious creation!
Notes
If the lemon pepper seasoning doesn’t contain salt, remember to salt the chicken. No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option.