Lemon Gnocchi Chicken
This Lemon Gnocchi Chicken is a delicious, quick, and creamy meal that combines tender chicken, fresh gnocchi, and a tangy lemon sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts sliced in half
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- juice from 1 lemon
- 1 cup chicken broth 240 ml
- 1 cup heavy cream 240 ml
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 100 g
- 500 g fresh gnocchi 17 oz
- 2 cups baby spinach 60 g
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme. Use your hands to ensure the seasoning is well distributed.
- In a large skillet with a heavy base, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the butter to the pan.
- When the butter has melted, introduce the seasoned chicken. Cook for about 3 minutes, then flip the chicken over, cover, and cook for another 3 minutes, or until fully cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds while stirring.
- Pour in the lemon juice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Once the mixture reaches a simmer, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and gnocchi. Allow to cook for 2 minutes.
- Finally, mix in the baby spinach, place the cooked chicken on top, and serve hot.