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Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi

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A delicious, high-protein dish featuring soft gnocchi, tender chicken, and fresh kale in a creamy sauce, perfect for healthy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz Cauliflower Potato Gnocchi
  • 1 1/2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 Medium Shallot, Diced
  • 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 2 tsp Chopped Fresh Thyme Leaves
  • 3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup Dry White Wine
  • 1 1/4 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup Half and Half
  • 1 Bunch Kale, Stems Removed and Leaves Torn
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water according to package instructions, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper.
  3. Sear the chicken in a skillet with 2 tbsp butter for 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  4. Cook shallots in the skillet with remaining butter until tender. Add garlic and thyme, cooking until fragrant.
  5. Add flour, cooking for 1 minute, then pour in white wine, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Combine chicken broth, cooking until thickened. Stir in half and half and season to taste.
  7. Add gnocchi and kale to the skillet, stirring until the kale wilts.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet and sprinkle with Parmesan.
  9. Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes until bubbly and chicken is cooked through.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be stored for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

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Keywords: Creamy Chicken, Gnocchi Recipe, Healthy Dinner, High Protein Recipe, Italian Cuisine

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