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Crispy Gnocchi with Garlic Chicken

This dish combines pan-seared gnocchi with tender chicken pieces cooked in fragrant garlic butter, resulting in a crispy and tender texture with a rich aroma. The gnocchi develops a golden crust while remaining soft inside, and the chicken is sautéed to a light brown, coated evenly in the savory garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package store-bought gnocchi shelf-stable, usually found in the pasta aisle
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
  • 2 boneless chicken breasts chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter for garlic butter sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste seasoning

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the gnocchi in a single layer and cook undisturbed for about 3-4 minutes, until the bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes to crisp up all sides, then transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet with the chicken. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  5. Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt, coating the chicken and garlic evenly. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the butter begins to brown slightly and creates a fragrant garlic butter sauce.
  6. Return the crispy gnocchi to the skillet, tossing everything together gently to coat the gnocchi and chicken with the garlic butter. Let cook for another 2 minutes so the flavors meld and the gnocchi reheat.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs or freshly cracked pepper if desired. Enjoy the crispy, tender bites full of savory garlic goodness.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with chopped parsley or grated Parmesan before serving.