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This Skillet Creamy Chicken and Parmesan Gnocchi is the perfect cold-weather dinner – quick, easy, warming, and delicious! Pan-seared seasoned chicken in a kale and white wine creamy sauce. Cooked together with mini potato gnocchi for a complete dinner that’s made in just one-pan on the stovetop. Truly one of those all-in-one dinners that everyone at the table will love. It’s delicious, especially when served with bread and a side salad. Such a cozy one-pot dinner with rich, comforting flavors.
Some recipes are just a touch more special than others, and I think this is one of those recipes. I knew the minute I had the idea that this gnocchi recipe had the potential to be a new family favorite, and I was not wrong!
I served this over the weekend, making two large skillets of chicken gnocchi. My family ate every last piece of chicken and scooped up every drip of creamy wine sauce. We loved this one. I think the sauce has the best taste!
Often, you’ll find me sharing skillet chicken and orzo recipes. In fact, one of my most popular recipes is my skillet sun-dried tomato chicken. It’s a dish I make on repeat, especially when I have my family in town.
I wanted to switch things up a little this past weekend and try something new. I don’t cook with gnocchi often, so I thought I’d use a yummy potato gnocchi in my sauce! This is amazing and comes together quickly. Plus, it’s all made in one skillet!
Here are steps to making this chicken and gnocchi
Step 1: season the chicken
Before you begin cooking, you should season and flour the chicken. Start with fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Then, mix paprika and a pinch of cayenne pepper with a scoop of flour.
Grab your chicken. I recommend using smaller chicken thighs or chicken cutlets. Then toss them in the flour to coat them fully. The flour on the chicken creates a crispy coating, allowing the sauce to really stick to it.
Step 2: cook the bacon and sear the chicken
Find a large skillet; I always use cast iron. Cook the bacon until extra crispy. During the final minute of cooking, add fresh rosemary. Then, pull the bacon out of the pan and set aside.
Now add a sliver of butter and pan-sear the chicken until the crust is golden and the butter browns around the chicken. Take the chicken out of the skillet. Place on the same plate as the bacon.
Step 3: make the wine sauce
Add the remaining butter, shallots, and minced garlic to the same skillet. Get them cooking. Then, add a dry white wine and your favorite chicken broth. I love to use chicken bone broth for added protein, but you could also use vegetable broth.
Let the wine simmer for 5 minutes, then stir in the cream, kale, and potato gnocchi. I love using a mini potato gnocchi. Cook until the gnocchi float, about 4-5 minutes. Then, slide the chicken right on in and sprinkle over the parmesan cheese. Then take the skillet and place it in the oven to finish up the cooking.
When the cheese is all melted and the cream sauce is bubbling up around the chicken, you can pull the skillet out of the oven. Add the rosemary and bacon to the top, then finish with freshly cracked black pepper. It’s going to look so yummy!
I’ve served this a few times now. It’s quickly becoming a dinner I can count on that everyone will enjoy. So far, I’ve only made this with kale, but adding sun-dried tomatoes or baby spinach would be delicious too. Or use broccoli and maybe add some cheddar cheese. YUM!
Looking for other simple dinners? Here are my favorites:
Crockpot Thai Short Ribs with Coconut Rice
Baked Chipotle Cheddar Sweet Potato Chowder
One Skillet Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken and Orzo
Herby Buttered Balsamic Mushroom Ravioli
Smothered Chicken in Mushroom Wine Pan Sauce
Lastly, if you make this Skillet Creamy Chicken and Parmesan Gnocchi, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Skillet Creamy Chicken and Parmesan Gnocchi
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 515 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Ingredients
- 6 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 pinch cayenne
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 4 slices thick cut bacon,
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped rosemary
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 cup dry white wine wine
- 1/2 cup chicken bone broth
- 1/2-1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups roughly chopped kale
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven 400° F. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add the flour, paprika, cayenne, and 1 tablespoon of thyme to a shallow bowl. Dredge the chicken through the flour mixture and toss to coat.2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. During the last minute of cooking, add the rosemary. Remove the bacon to a plate. 3. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon butter, then add the chicken. Sear on both sides until golden, 3-5 minutes per side. Add another tablespoon of butter and allow the butter to brown around the chicken, about 2 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet to a plate.3. To the same skillet, add 1 more tablespoon of butter, the shallots, garlic, a tablespoon of thyme, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Add the wine, then the broth. Simmer for 5 minutes, pour in the cream. Add the kale and gnocchi. Cook for 5 minutes, until the gnocchi float. Slide the chicken back into the skillet. Sprinkle over the parmesan. Transfer to the oven and cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling around the chicken. 4. Serve the chicken, gnocchi, and sauce topped with bacon. YUM.
This post was originally published on November 30, 2023
I prepared this dish at 1 o’clock, because I have a Pilates class at three and I always get so stressed having to rush and cook dinner afterwards. I think it just sitting for a couple hours made the flavors burst then I just did the oven at 400 sprinkled a little more cheese on and baked it, it was fabulous, I also used cauliflower gnocchi and dairy free heavy cream.
Hi Mona! So awesome! Love to hear this recipe was enjoyed! 🙂 xT
This is the first HBH recipe I have made, and WOW!! I did cook it a little longer in the oven, because I used bon-in chicken, so I added extra bone broth. Received rave reviews from my husband and daughter and son-in-law. So much flavor and something you could make for a dinner party or just because you want a soul-warming meal. Looking forward to trying more of your recipes!!
Hi Jill! So glad to hear your first recipe was a success! Hopefully you’ll continue to love them! 🙂 xT
This recipe is upscale comfort food. Great flavor I will definitely make it again
Thank you Kelly! xT
The kids and I loved it! I didn’t have kale so I used spinach instead. I think I’ll add sun dried tomatoes next time, too. I used the full cup of cream. My son said it was bussin’ bussin’ so you know it’s good 🤣
Haha yesss love to hear that! Thanks so much Heather! xT
Amazing!! My husband immediately asked that this be a dish we make on a regular basis. So flavorful and savory.
Thanks sooo much! Love to hear that this recipe was a success! xT
Made this last night and it was like someone else said “restaurant quality”. I made as is and it’s definitely one of our favorite meals. Can’t wait to make it again! Thanks Tiegen!
Thanks sooo much! Love to hear that this recipe was a success! xT
Delicious! Made it exactly as directed and the whole family enjoyed it!
Thanks sooo much! Love to hear that this recipe was a success! xT
Just made this for dinner and it was AMAZING! Truly restaurant quality. We used white onion instead of shallots as grocery store was out. No other modifications and it was perfect! Love you and following your fashion and life adventures! Merry Christmas ❤️
Thanks sooo much! Love to hear that this recipe was a success! xT
Can I make this without the chicken & bacon? Any modifications? I try not to eat meat very often especially chicken. Thanks!
Hi there! I haven’t ever tried this without chicken or bacon, but let me know if you give it a try! xT
This is a delicious recipe! Thank you. Perfect for a cold night meal, it’s satisfying and tasty. Wouldn’t change anything.!
So glad you enjoyed this recipe! Thanks so so much! xT
Absolutely the worst. You had too add about 3x the liquid. Chicken was undercooked. Flour was a mistake. I’ve been following for 3 years and have your cook books. Really looked forward to your recipes. Recently, Nothing innovative and your recipes are way off. Stop with the fashion and lifestyle MO. You look ridiculous. Do what you do best and expand on that
Hey Megan, apologies this has not worked well for you. Sounds like the recipe is not for you. Maybe it’s time to unfollow If you are feeling such feelings towards me? You don’t need to read! Thank you! Have a great week. xx
Just made this and it turned out perfect. Zero alterations. Why you gotta turn so nasty and bring up her lifestyle? 😫 People are so sour these days.
Girl, you’ve done it again! This was such a yummy dish. Hubby & I loved it. Also, I made dairy & gluten free. I’ll be making this again! 🤗
Thank you sooo much! Love to hear that you enjoyed this recipe! xT
Delicious and can’t wait to make it again.
Gnocchi from the River Heinen’s ☺️
Thanks Chris! xT
So much flavor. Easy to make.
Thanks Michelle! xT
Fantastic! Another superb recipe by Tiegan. I used full cup of cream and more than half a cup of Parmesan cheese. Was told by family this recipe must be added to our regular rotation.
Thank you so so much for giving the recipe a try! So glad you enjoyed it! xT