Description
A delightful dish combining tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and fresh spinach, brightened by tangy lemon in a creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 package gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 1 cup spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the diced chicken breast for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions, usually about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the lemon juice and zest along with the spinach, cooking until wilted.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
Best enjoyed immediately after preparation. Can be served with a green salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Gnocchi, chicken recipe, Italian dish, comfort food