Description
Indulge in a velvety Chicken and Gnocchi in Butternut Squash Sauce, where tender chicken breast meets pillowy gnocchi bathed in a rich, creamy squash puree. Sun‑dried tomatoes add a burst of sweet‑tart flavor, while heavy cream and a splash of chicken broth create a luxurious sauce that clings to each bite. Ready in under 40 minutes, this comforting dish serves four and delivers balanced protein, carbs, and satisfying texture for a perfect family dinner. Garnish with fresh herbs for bright flavo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi in salted boiling water, drain and set aside.
- Roast diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper at 400°F until tender.
- Sauté diced chicken in a skillet until browned and cooked through; set aside.
- Blend roasted squash with a splash of chicken broth until smooth.
- Return puree to skillet, stir in remaining broth and heavy cream; simmer.
- Add sun‑dried tomatoes, cooked chicken, and gnocchi; heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve.
Notes
- For extra depth
- roast the squash until caramelized. Use a hand‑held immersion blender for a smoother sauce. Leftovers reheat best on the stovetop with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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