Slow Cooker Creamy Gnocchi Chicken
A comforting and flavorful dish made with chicken, gnocchi, and creamy goodness, perfect for busy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 195 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 package gnocchi (about 16 ounces)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, etc.)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your chicken by rinsing the breasts and patting them dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Load up the slow cooker with the seasoned chicken, chicken broth, and heavy cream, stirring gently to combine.
- Add the gnocchi, chopped vegetables, and spinach, then sprinkle Italian seasoning and garlic powder on top. Lightly stir to combine.
- Set the slow cooker on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Shred the chicken once it’s cooked and return it to the slow cooker, mixing everything together.
- Serve the creamy concoction in bowls with optional toppings like fresh parsley or Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal. Experiment with different vegetables and proteins for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: slow cooker, creamy gnocchi, chicken recipe, comfort food, family dinner