Save Experience the ultimate comfort food: pillowy potato gnocchi coated in a rich, creamy chicken sauce loaded with savory herbs, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese for irresistible flavor.
This is a great one-pot meal that brings warmth and satisfaction to our family table every time.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts: 1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless cut into bite-sized pieces
- Bacon: 3 strips cooked crumbled
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Frozen peas: 1 cup
- Green onions: 1/4 cup chopped for garnish
- Dried dill: 1 teaspoon
- Dried parsley: 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder: 1 teaspoon
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Cheddar cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Ranch dressing: 1/2 cup
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Condensed cream of chicken soup: 1 can 10.5 oz/298 g
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Potato gnocchi: 16 oz (450 g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through about 4 5 minutes.
- Step 2:
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3:
- Sprinkle in onion powder dried dill dried parsley salt and black pepper. Stir to evenly coat the chicken.
- Step 4:
- Add condensed cream of chicken soup and chicken broth. Stir until well combined.
- Step 5:
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Step 6:
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing. Stir until cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Step 7:
- Gently stir in the potato gnocchi ensuring theyre submerged in the sauce. Cover and cook for 4 5 minutes or until the gnocchi are tender.
- Step 8:
- Stir in the frozen peas and crumbled bacon. Cook for an additional 2 3 minutes until heated through.
- Step 9:
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Step 10:
- Serve hot garnered with chopped green onions.
Save This dish has become a family favorite bringing everyone together around the dinner table.
Notes
Add extra vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for variety. For a spicier kick incorporate red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños with the garlic.
Required Tools
Large skillet with lid Wooden spoon or spatula Chefs knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese cream ranch) Wheat (gnocchi soup) Egg (gnocchi ranch potentially in soup) May contain Soy (ranch soup cheese) Mustard (ranch) Double check all ingredient labels if you have food allergies.
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Recipe FAQ
- → What type of gnocchi works best?
Potato gnocchi, store-bought or homemade, work well as they absorb the creamy sauce nicely without becoming mushy.
- → Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, chicken thighs provide a juicier texture and can be substituted for chicken breasts with minimal changes to cooking time.
- → How can I add more vegetables?
Spinach, mushrooms, or extra peas can be added during the cooking process for added nutrients and flavor.
- → Is there a way to make this dish spicy?
Adding red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños at the garlic sauté step introduces a pleasant spicy kick.
- → What’s the best method to reheat leftovers?
Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of chicken broth or water to thin the sauce, preventing it from drying out.
- → Can I make this in one pan?
Yes, a large skillet with a lid is ideal to cook the chicken and simmer the gnocchi in the sauce all in one pot.