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30-Minute Cozy Skillet with Aldi Tomato-Basil Gnocchi and Chicken Bites

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Italian 🇮🇹American High-Protein 💪Sugar-FreeComfort-Food

This 30-Minute Cozy Skillet with Aldi Tomato-Basil Gnocchi and Chicken Bites brings crisp-edged gnocchi and tender, breaded chicken together in a chile-tinged marinara. Gooey pearls of mozzarella and nutty Parmesan melt into every bite, giving you a comforting, chicken Parmesan–style dish perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed, warming dinner.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
30-Minute Cozy Skillet with Aldi Tomato-Basil Gnocchi and Chicken Bites
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).

  2. 2

    For the gnocchi, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Arrange the gnocchi in a single layer. Cook until golden, turning gently, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Work in batches if necessary. Transfer the gnocchi to the oven to keep warm.

  3. 3

    For the chicken, in the same skillet, add the chicken bites. Cook, turning occasionally, until heated through and golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the chicken bites and keep warm in the oven.

  4. 4

    For the sauce, add the remaining butter to the skillet. Cook the onion until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the Aleppo flakes, salt, and marinara sauce. Simmer until heated through, about 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Return the gnocchi to the skillet and gently stir to coat. Nestle the chicken bites on top. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan, and let the cheese melt.

  6. 6

    Preheat the oven broiler and set a rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Broil until golden, 1 to 2 minutes.