Description
Gnocchi Topped Chicken Pot Pie is a heartwarming dish that reimagines the classic comfort food with a delightful twist. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken combined with colorful vegetables in a creamy sauce, all topped with fluffy gnocchi instead of traditional pastry.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 large onion
- 2 large carrots
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 16 ounces potato gnocchi
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs for seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned (7-10 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery in the same pot until softened (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and herbs; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in flour followed by chicken broth; simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes). Add heavy cream and return cooked chicken along with frozen peas.
- Boil gnocchi according to package directions; drain.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine chicken filling with cooked gnocchi in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden.
Notes
- Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- This one-pan meal is family-friendly.
- Rich flavors and comforting textures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Gnocchi, Chicken, Pot Pie, Comfort Food