Description
Say goodbye to dinner stress and hello to your new favorite skillet meal. This one-pan wonder layers tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and zucchini slices into a garlicky tomato-basil sauce—topped with melty mozzarella for extra comfort. It’s simple, soul-warming, and on the table in 30 minutes. Fewer dishes, more flavor, total weeknight win.
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 (16 oz) package shelf-stable gnocchi
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1 zucchini, thinly sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 (24 oz) jar tomato-basil pasta sauce
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt & pepper to taste
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½ cup shredded mozzarella (optional)
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Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Brown Chicken: Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high. Cook seasoned chicken for 5–6 minutes until golden. Remove to a plate.
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Sauté Zucchini: In the same pan, cook zucchini 2–3 mins in a single layer.
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Layer Up: Add gnocchi and garlic. Pour sauce evenly. Sprinkle seasoning. Return chicken and juices—gently nudge to settle.
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Simmer Covered: Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 6–8 mins. Stir once halfway.
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Optional Cheese Finish: Off heat, sprinkle mozzarella. Cover until melty. Garnish with herbs.
Notes
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Use chicken thighs for deeper flavor.
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Add spinach, sausage, or red pepper flakes to mix it up.
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Gnocchi getting mushy? Simmer gently and don’t over-stir.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 32g