Chicken Parmesan Gnocchi Skillet
Chicken Parmesan Gnocchi Skillet is a comforting, one-pan dish that brings together tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and savory marinara sauce, all topped with gooey melted cheese. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this dish will have your family and friends asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 lb gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- 2. Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3. Stir in gnocchi and sauté for about 5 minutes until lightly browned.
- 4. Return chicken to the skillet; add marinara sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- 5. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top; cover until cheese melts (about 3 minutes).
- 6. Serve hot, drizzled with extra marinara if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg