Oh, my foodie friends, if there’s one dish that screams comfort, elegance, AND incredible ease, it’s this glorious One-Pan Creamy Tuscan Chicken Gnocchi Skillet! Forget the endless pots and pans, the fuss, and the cleanup. This recipe brings all the vibrant flavors of Tuscany – sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and tender chicken – together with pillowy potato gnocchi in a rich, velvety cream sauce, all in a single skillet. It’s a weeknight miracle, a date-night delight, and honestly, just pure happiness in a bowl. Get ready to fall in love!

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained and chopped
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• 1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi (shelf-stable)
• 5 oz fresh spinach
• Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
2. Heat a large, oven-safe skillet (cast iron or non-stick) over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and mostly cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it thicken slightly for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Add the gnocchi directly to the simmering sauce, stirring to coat. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the gnocchi are tender and cooked through (they will float when ready).
8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in the fresh spinach, cooking for just 1-2 minutes until it wilts into the sauce.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy your delicious, hassle-free meal!