Lemon Chicken Gnocchi Delight (Printable Version)
Tender chicken and gnocchi simmered in lemon cream sauce with garlic and broth for a flavorful meal.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Protein
01 -
200 grams chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Carbohydrates
02 -
250 grams potato gnocchi
→ Fats and Oils
03 -
15 milliliters extra-virgin olive oil
→ Aromatics and Flavorings
04 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
05 -
Zest of 1 lemon
06 -
30 milliliters fresh lemon juice
→ Liquids
07 -
360 milliliters chicken broth, low sodium
08 -
120 milliliters heavy cream
→ Seasonings
09 -
Salt to taste
10 -
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add chicken pieces and brown until cooked through and golden on all sides, approximately 5–7 minutes.
02 -
Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the gnocchi, ensuring they are evenly coated with the oil and garlic mixture.
03 -
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, followed by lemon zest and fresh lemon juice. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
04 -
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered while occasionally stirring until gnocchi are tender and the sauce has thickened, approximately 15 minutes.
05 -
Adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately while hot.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
For best results, use fresh gnocchi and finely grate the lemon zest to maximize flavor.