Some evenings call for a bubbling dish that everyone can gather around. This chicken gnocchi bake comes together on the stovetop before a quick finish beneath the grill, giving you a satisfying dinner with tender pieces, a creamy sauce, and a lightly golden top.
This comforting chicken gnocchi dinner blends savory, smoky, and gently tangy flavors in a creamy cheese sauce. A golden cheddar topping and crisp bacon finish every serving with plenty of inviting flavor.
The gnocchi become soft and tender while the sliced chicken stays juicy beneath the smooth sauce. Shallot, garlic, dried herbs, milk, and light cheese create a rich coating without overpowering the other ingredients.
It is a practical choice when the family wants a warm, filling dinner after a busy day. Serve it for an easy weeknight meal or bring it to the table for a relaxed weekend supper.
Classic Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Bake
COURSE: Main CourseDIFFICULTY: Easy
PREP TIME10 mins
COOK TIME25 mins
TOTAL TIME35 mins
SERVINGS1 people
Ingredients
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Directions
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Chef's Note
Grate the cheddar from a block because pre-grated cheese may not melt as smoothly beneath the grill.
Measure the reserved poaching stock before making the sauce; only 1.5 cups (360ml) is needed at that stage.
Keep the sauce bubbling over medium heat when the gnocchi are added so the cornstarch can thicken it properly.
Watch the cheese closely beneath the grill because it needs only a couple of minutes to melt and become lightly golden.
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 serving
Calories: 2280kcal
Protein: 76g
Carbs: 285g
Fat: 95g
Sugar: 38g
Fiber: 19g
Sodium: 1900mg
Cholesterol: 190mg
Potassium: 950mg
Popular Asked Questions
Q:
Can I use the chicken poaching liquid in the sauce?
A:
Yes. Measure 1.5 cups (360ml) of the poaching stock and use it in place of the remaining stock specified for the sauce.
Q:
Why is my sauce not becoming thick?
A:
Make sure the cornstarch is mixed with water before adding it and keep the sauce bubbling over medium heat. Heat that is too low can prevent proper thickening.
Q:
Can I use cream cheese instead of laughing cow light?
A:
Yes. The ingredient list allows light cream cheese as an alternative, using the same 175g quantity.
Q:
How do I know when the topping is ready?
A:
Remove the dish when the cheddar is fully melted and only very lightly golden, which should take a couple of minutes beneath the grill.
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