Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi: The Ultimate Comfort Food You Can’t Put Down
Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi is a cozy, flavorful dish that comes together fast, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Soft gnocchi, tender chicken, melty cheese, and smoky bacon all simmer in a rich, creamy sauce. It’s comforting, filling, and super satisfying — the kind of meal everyone goes back for seconds of!
Ingredients
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3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), chopped into bite-sized pieces
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16 oz fresh or frozen gnocchi
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8 oz cream cheese
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2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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4 cups fresh spinach
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup crispy bacon bits
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1–2 tbsp oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
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Prep the chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
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Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes, until golden and fully cooked through.
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Make the sauce: Turn heat to medium-low. Add cream cheese and chicken broth. Stir until the cream cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth.
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Add gnocchi & spinach: Stir in the gnocchi and spinach. Cover and simmer for 5–7 minutes, or until the gnocchi is tender.
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Finish with cheese & bacon: Stir in cheddar cheese and bacon bits until melted and creamy.
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Serve: Spoon into bowls and enjoy warm. Add extra cheese or bacon on top if you like!
Notes
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If using frozen gnocchi, you don’t need to thaw it — just add a minute or two of cook time.
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Want it thicker? Let it simmer uncovered for an extra 1–2 minutes.
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Want it lighter? Use reduced-fat cream cheese or swap half the cream cheese for Greek yogurt (stir yogurt in at the end so it doesn’t curdle).
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Add veggies: Mushrooms, peas, or sun-dried tomatoes work great.