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Crack Chicken Gnocchi: The Ultimate One-Pan Comfort Meal

This Crack Chicken Gnocchi is the ultimate one-pan comfort food! Tender chicken and pillowy gnocchi are coated in a creamy, addictive sauce made with bacon, ranch, and cheddar cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 oz packet dry ranch seasoning
  • 8 oz block cream cheese cubed and softened
  • 16 oz package potato gnocchi shelf-stable
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Whisk in the ranch seasoning, then add the cubed cream cheese. Whisk continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer and stir in the gnocchi. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the gnocchi are tender and have floated to the top.
  5. Uncover the skillet and stir in the cooked chicken and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Once the cheese is melted, remove from heat. Top with the remaining cheese, crispy bacon, and sliced green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalProtein: 38gFat: 40gFiber: 2g

Notes

For the creamiest sauce, ensure your cream cheese is softened to room temperature before adding it to the pan.
Feel free to add a handful of spinach at the end for extra greens.
Do not overcook the gnocchi or it can become mushy.
Keyword bacon ranch chicken,chicken gnocchi,crack chicken,one pan recipe

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