Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi

Ingredients:

-1 1/2lbs chicken thighs

-1 tbsp Italian seasoning

-1/2 tsp smoked paprika

-1/2 tsp salt

-1/4 tsp pepper

-2 tbsp olive oil

-1 medium onion, chopped

-minced garlic

-2 tbsp salted butter, divided

-1lb potato gnocchi

-2 cups fresh spinach

-1 cup vegetable broth

-1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

-1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Dice the chicken thighs into 2 inch pieces. Add the chicken to a bowl and season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Cook the chicken until browned. Remove from pan.

3. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.

4. Add the gnocchi and 1 tbsp of salted butter. Brown for 2 minutes.

5. Add the spinach and broth to skillet. Cover and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until spinach has wilted and the gnocchi has hydrated.

6. Add the heavy whipping cream and the remaining 1 tbsp of salted butter. Stir until butter has melted and the cream is steaming hot but not boiling.

7. Take the skillet off the heat and add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts.

8. Finally, return the cooked chicken to the pan and combine. Enjoy!

I never enjoyed gnocchi until I tried this recipe! It is absolutely delicious. I serve with a side salad and garlic bread. Try it and let me know what you think!

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