Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables
Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables brings tender seared chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and bright broccoli, squash, and peppers together in a lush, garlicky cream sauce. The lemon finish keeps it fresh while the mushrooms add earthiness and depth. It’s a comforting, balanced dinner that works beautifully for busy weeknights or a relaxed weekend meal.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 21 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 32
- Heart Health
- 79
- Metabolic
- 52
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 52
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil and butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to make thin pieces. Sprinkle with seasonings.
- 2
Place the chicken in the skillet and cook until golden on each side, about 4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and keep it warm.
- 3
In the same skillet, melt butter. Add the gnocchi and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the gnocchi is golden, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer the gnocchi to a bowl.
- 4
Add broccoli, zucchini, squash, mushrooms, and bell pepper, and season with Italian seasoning. Saute until the vegetables are crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes, depending on their thickness. Add the minced garlic during the last 45 seconds and quickly saute until fragrant. Move the vegetables to the same bowl with the gnocchi.
- 5
Melt 2 teaspoons butter in the same skillet and cook the shallot until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, half-and-half, and heavy cream. Whisk in flour and cook, whisking to avoid lumps, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Squeeze in lemon juice to taste.
- 6
Combine the gnocchi and vegetables with the cream sauce, and top with the cooked chicken.
- Calories 529.1 kcal High 26%
- Protein 39.81 g Good Source 80%
- Carbohydrate 65.79 g 24%
- Total Fat 11.63 g Moderate 15%
- Saturated Fat 5.08 g High 25%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 92.84 mg High 31%
- Sodium 815.35 mg High 35%
- Dietary Fiber 7.5 g Good Source 27%
- Total Sugars 10.93 g --
- Added Sugars 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 122.19 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 2.6 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 613.2 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 91.42 mcg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin C 43.58 mg Good Source 48%
- Vitamin D 0.06 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables is made with 18 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Broccoli Florets, Butter, Chicken Breast, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 529.1 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables made of?
- The main ingredients are Broccoli Florets, Butter, Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Diced Bell Pepper. The full list of 18 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 529.1 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables healthy?
- Skillet Chicken and Gnocchi with Creamy Vegetables has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 529.1 calories and 39.81 g of protein, or 80% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 815.35 mg (35% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.08 g (25% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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