One Pan Lemon Chicken Gnocchi for Effortless Dinner Success!
A delicious and easy one-pan meal featuring tender chicken and gnocchi in a zesty lemon sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add gnocchi, chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until gnocchi is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or bell peppers.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for quick meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg