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This easy marry me chicken gnocchi recipe couples pillowy soft gnocchi with a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce! The “marry me” flavor profile will sweep you off your feet.
You may also like my Italian Wedding Soup or Marry Me Pork Tenderloin next.
This post is sponsored by our long-term partner DeLallo – thank you for supporting the brands that keep Salt & Lavender cooking! I only work with brands whose products I love. All opinions are my own.
Why you’ll love it
Rekindle your love of gnocchi with this marry me chicken gnocchi recipe. It’s a stunner of a 30-minute meal that’s indulgent and worthy of guests. Rotisserie chicken makes it so simple, and DeLallo’s gnocchi in particular shine in this union of tasty ingredients.
Pairing the one pan technique with these Italian-inspired flavors is worth celebrating. The sauce has the intense, gorgeous tomato flavor of double concentrated tomato paste, sweet sun-kissed tomatoes ripened in Italy, fresh basil, and parmesan. Buon appetito!
What you’ll need
- Butter – for pan frying
- Tomato paste – using DeLallo’s double concentrated tomato paste ensures tons of richness. Also no waste because it has a screw-top cap!
- Sun-dried tomatoes – DeLallo sun-dried tomatoes are grown and harvested in Italy
- Oregano – more herb-y flavor
- Garlic – aromatic goodness
- Crushed red pepper flakes – they add a nice gentle warmth, not spice
- Dry white wine – use one you’d enjoy drinking like a sauv blanc or pinot grigio
- Chicken broth – for the base of the sauce
- Heavy cream – it’s silky and luxurious
- Gnocchi – the gold standard is DeLallo’s potato gnocchi. It’s shelf stable, and the starch thickens the sauce.
- Chicken – we’re using rotisserie for ease
- Parmesan – the icing on the cake!
- Basil – a pop of freshness
Helpful tips
- As with any one pot recipe, cookware and altitude can affect the timing. Turn up the heat if it’s not absorbing quickly enough, or let it sit longer; and if it’s cooking too fast, add a splash more liquid and/or turn down the heat.
- If you can’t find DeLallo products at your local grocer, you can order online 24/7 straight to your door nationwide! You can also sneak in some treats like Italian cookies and antipasti. I know I would. They’ve been doing affordable gourmet Italian goodies since 1950.
How to make marry me chicken gnocchi
This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.
In a deep skillet, add the butter, tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Cook for a few minutes, stirring frequently. Pour in the wine, let it bubble for a bit, then stir in the broth, cream, and gnocchi.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover, and continue to cook. Stir in the chicken, parmesan, and basil. Cook until the chicken is warmed through and the sauce is nicely thickened. Taste, and season with salt & pepper generously.
Tools for this recipe
Check out Natasha’s favorite kitchen essentials, gadgets, and cookware!
- Here’s my trusty Microplane for grating the parm, and I swear by this garlic press (no sticky fingers).
- This ravioli-shaped spoon rest is adorable.
- You can tear paper towels with one hand as you go along with this paper towel holder.
Substitutions and variations
- Try adding in a handful or two of fresh baby spinach towards the end of the cooking time to get more greens in.
- I don’t like to altar the recipe, but if you need to skip the white wine, use the equivalent amount of chicken broth + 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard!
What to serve with marry me gnocchi
- For a memorable occasion, pair it with my Extra Cheesy Garlic Bread to make it extra comforting.
- If there are no objections to a salad, this Super Simple Parmesan Arugula Salad or Arugula Salad with Fennel and Cheese makes a fantastic fresh pairing, as does this Easy Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad.
Leftovers and storage
- Store leftovers of this marry me gnocchi with chicken for 3-4 days in the fridge.
- Reheat slowly over a low heat, and add a splash of cream or chicken broth if needed to revive the leftovers.
- I don’t recommend freezing creamy sauces and gnocchi because the texture changes.
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Marry Me Chicken Gnocchi
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon DeLallo Double Concentrated Tomato Paste
- 1/3 cup DeLallo Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 pound uncooked DeLallo Potato Gnocchi
- 2 cups cooked shredded/rotisserie chicken
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 small handful fresh basil torn/chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the butter, tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, garlic, and red pepper flakes to a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Once the butter melts, cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often.
- Add in the wine and let it bubble for about one minute, then stir in the chicken broth, cream, and gnocchi.
- Bring it to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cover the pan. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken, parmesan, and basil, and cook for another 3-5 minutes or until the gnocchi is tender, the chicken is heated through, and the sauce thickens to your liking.
- Season with salt & pepper as needed and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Drain the oil from the tomatoes and cut them into desired size pieces.
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