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Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken with Gnocchi & Baby Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken with Gnocchi & Baby Potatoes

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Indulge in the comforting allure of Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken with Gnocchi & Baby Potatoes—a dish that transforms any meal into a delightful experience. This recipe features succulent chicken breasts enveloped in a rich garlic mushroom sauce, paired harmoniously with pillowy gnocchi and crispy baby potatoes. Every bite is an invitation to savor layers of flavor, where the earthy notes of mushrooms dance with the creaminess of the sauce, creating a symphony of tastes that evoke warmth and nostalgia. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress your loved ones while filling your home with irresistible aromas.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs or oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 200g (7 oz) brown mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 200ml (3/4 cup) heavy cream or coconut cream
  • 30g (1/4 cup) grated parmesan cheese
  • 400g (14 oz) baby potatoes
  • 200g (7 oz) broccoli florets
  • 300g (10 oz) gnocchi, pre-cooked or store-bought
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for roasting
  • 1 tbsp butter for gnocchi
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 30–35 minutes until golden.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and herbs. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until cooked through; set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic and mushrooms for 6–8 minutes until golden brown. Add heavy cream and simmer until thickened; stir in parmesan.
  4. Return sliced chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce.
  5. Blanch broccoli in salted boiling water for about 4 minutes; drain.
  6. Cook gnocchi according to package instructions; toss with butter and parsley.
  7. Serve chicken topped with sauce alongside roasted potatoes, broccoli, and gnocchi.

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