Pin this Experience the ultimate comfort food: pillowy potato gnocchi coated in a rich, creamy chicken sauce loaded with savory herbs, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese for irresistible flavor.
This dish quickly became a family favorite the moment I served it, with leftovers never lasting more than two days.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts: 1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless cut into bite-sized pieces
- Bacon: 3 strips cooked crumbled
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Frozen peas: 1 cup
- Green onions (for garnish): 1/4 cup chopped
- Dried dill: 1 teaspoon
- Dried parsley: 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder: 1 teaspoon
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 1 cup
- Ranch dressing: 1/2 cup
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Condensed cream of chicken soup: 1 can (10.5 oz/298 g)
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Potato gnocchi: 16 oz (450 g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through about 45 minutes
- Step 2:
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant
- Step 3:
- Sprinkle in onion powder dried dill dried parsley salt and black pepper Stir to evenly coat the chicken
- Step 4:
- Add condensed cream of chicken soup and chicken broth Stir until well combined
- Step 5:
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer
- Step 6:
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing Stir until cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth
- Step 7:
- Gently stir in the potato gnocchi ensuring theyre submerged in the sauce Cover and cook for 45 minutes or until the gnocchi are tender
- Step 8:
- Stir in the frozen peas and crumbled bacon Cook for an additional 23 minutes until heated through
- Step 9:
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed
- Step 10:
- Serve hot garnished with chopped green onions
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Required Tools
Large skillet with lid Wooden spoon or spatula Chefs knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese cream ranch) Wheat (gnocchi soup) Egg (gnocchi ranch potentially in soup) May contain Soy (ranch soup cheese) Mustard (ranch) Double-check all ingredient labels if you have food allergies
Nutritional Information
Calories 620 Total Fat 34 g Carbohydrates 48 g Protein 33 g per serving
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Frequently Asked Recipe Questions
- → How do I prevent gnocchi from sticking?
Ensure the gnocchi are gently stirred into the sauce and cooked just until tender; avoid overcooking to keep them from becoming sticky.
- → Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, chicken thighs add extra juiciness and richness when substituted for breasts in this dish.
- → Is it possible to add more vegetables?
Absolutely, spinach or mushrooms can be incorporated during cooking to boost flavor and nutrition.
- → What cheese works best for this dish?
Sharp cheddar cheese melts well and complements the creamy sauce's savory profile perfectly.
- → How can I reheat leftovers without drying out the sauce?
Add a splash of chicken broth or water when reheating to restore creaminess and prevent dryness.