Baked Gnocchi with Chicken

Baked Gnocchi with Chicken is cheesy, hearty and all kinds of comforting. This one-pot pasta recipe is ready in 45 minutes and a simple meal to serve to the whole family any night of the week!

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 1

Servings servings

Calories 448kcal

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped yellow onions (from 1 large onion)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 lb. shredded chicken
2 cups tomato puree
1 cup chicken stock
16 oz. gnocchi
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup shredded parmesan
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt divided
Black pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Heat the 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
When warm, add the 2 cups chopped yellow onions. Season with ½ teaspoon of salt. Cook until soft, about 5-6 minutes.
Add the 1 tablespoon minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the 1 lb. shredded chicken, and warm through, about 2-3 minutes.
Measure in the 2 cups tomato puree and 1 cup chicken stock. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper.
Add 16 oz. gnocchi, and stir to coat.
Cover with 1 cup shredded mozzarella and ½ cup shredded parmesan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

How to store: Let the leftovers cool, and transfer to an airtight food storage container. Keep chilled in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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