Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi (Print-Friendly Version)

Tender chicken and soft gnocchi meld in a creamy sauce with spinach and crispy bacon for rich, comforting flavors.

# Ingredients List:

→ Protein

01 - 680 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Pasta

02 - 450 g fresh or frozen gnocchi

→ Dairy

03 - 225 g cream cheese
04 - 100 g shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

05 - 120 g fresh spinach

→ Liquids

06 - 480 ml low-sodium chicken broth

→ Seasonings

07 - 1 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1 tsp onion powder
09 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Toppings

10 - 120 ml crispy bacon bits

# Detailed Cooking Steps:

01 - Chop boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
02 - Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown, approximately 5-7 minutes.
03 - Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes smooth.
04 - Incorporate gnocchi and fresh spinach into the sauce. Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the gnocchi are tender.
05 - Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits until thoroughly melted and combined.
06 - Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional cheese or fresh herbs.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Substitute spinach with kale or arugula for variation.

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