Creamy Pesto Baked Gnocchi & Chicken Skillet

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 How to prepare Creamy Pesto Baked Gnocchi & Chicken Skillet




Ingredients:


  • > 1 pound gnocchi

  • > 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • > 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • > 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • > 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • > 1/2 cup basil pesto

  • > 1 cup heavy cream

  • > 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • > Salt and pepper to taste

  • > Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:


  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2. Cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.

  3. 3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

  4. 4. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.

  5. 5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.

  6. 6. Stir in the basil pesto and mix well with the tomatoes.

  7. 7. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir until the cream is fully incorporated into the pesto sauce.

  8. 8. Add the cooked gnocchi and cooked chicken back into the skillet. Stir gently to coat everything with the creamy pesto sauce.

  9. 9. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the skillet.

  10. 10. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  11. 11. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.

  12. 12. Garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves before serving.

This creamy pesto baked gnocchi and chicken skillet dish is a delicious combination of tender gnocchi, flavorful chicken, and a creamy pesto sauce. It makes for a satisfying and comforting meal. Enjoy!

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