Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This creamy gnocchi dish combines the flavors of crack chicken with tender pasta for a satisfying skillet dinner. Loaded with bacon and cheddar, it’s the ultimate comfort food that is sure to please the whole family.

The recipe is simple and quick, making it perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that brings warmth and flavor to your table.

Easy Creamy Crack Chicken Gnocchi

This creamy crack chicken gnocchi features succulent chicken cooked with bacon and cheddar, all tossed with soft gnocchi in a rich sauce. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast, diced
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
Sauté Chicken: In the same skillet, add the diced chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes.
Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Cook Gnocchi: Add the gnocchi to the skillet and cook according to package instructions, usually about 2-3 minutes until they float to the top.
Combine: Once the gnocchi is cooked, stir in the crispy bacon and mix well.
Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve hot.