Get ready to fall in love with our 30-minute Creamy Chicken Pesto Gnocchi. It's a weeknight dinner game-changer!
5
30 Minutes
Pesto
Garlic
Oil
Broth
Water
Heavy Cream
Cook the seasoned chicken in hot oil, until evenly browned and cooked through. Move to a plate to drain.
1
In the same skillet, sear the gnocchi. Add water and cook until gnocchi is tender. Move to the plate with the chicken.
2
Sauté the garlic in butter. Pour in the milk or heavy cream, and broth, then add the pesto sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes.
3
Return the gnocchi and chicken to the skillet. Mix in lemon juice, zest, salt and pepper. Cook until heated through.
4
Serve garnished with toasted pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. Enjoy!
5
Can I use homemade pesto instead of store-bought?
I have made this dish with both homemade and store-bought pesto, and it comes out great either way. However, note that the amount of oil is different between the two.