Ingredients
– 1 lb chicken breast, diced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lemon, zested and juiced
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating One Pan Lemon Chicken Gnocchi can be simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook the Chicken: Add the diced chicken breast to the pan. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
3. Add the Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add Lemon: Pour in the lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine with the chicken.
5. Add Broth and Gnocchi: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the gnocchi and stir gently to ensure they are submerged.
6. Cook Gnocchi: Allow the gnocchi to cook in the broth for about 3-5 minutes or until they float to the top.
7. Add Tomatoes and Herbs: Stir in the cherry tomatoes, thyme, and oregano. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are softened.
8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
By following these steps, you’ll have a delightful dish that’s bursting with flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g