Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi
This Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi delivers 40g protein and 1250 calories per serving — a calorie-dense option for high-volume training days. Four servings cook together on the stovetop, allowing single-session prep for multiple meals. Ideal for lifters in a surplus who need substantial portions without extended cooking time.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Thigh, Bone-In, Skin-On(567g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Italian seasoning(15g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(3g)
- •1/2 tsp salt ($0.04)
- •1/4 tsp pepper ($0.02)
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Garlic
- •Butter(30g)
- •Gnocchi, Potato, Store-Bought(454g)
- •Spinach(480g)
- •Vegetable Broth, Low Sodium(240g)
- •Cream, Heavy Whipping(120g)
- •Parmesan Cheese(60g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
Instructions
- 1Dice the chicken thighs into 2-inch pieces. Add the chicken to a bowl and top it with Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- 2Place a large, deep skillet over medium heat and add the cooking oil. Once it's shimmering, add the chicken and cook undisturbed until well browned, about 3 minutes. Stir and brown on the other side, about 3 more minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan when it's cooked through and leave the fat in the pan.
- 3Add the onion and garlic to the skillet. Saute until the onions have softened and the garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes
- 4Add the gnocchi and 1 tablespoon salted butter to the skillet and brown for 2 minutes.
- 5Add the spinach and the broth to the skillet. Cover the pan. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the spinach has wilted and the gnocchi has hydrated.
- 6Add the heavy cream and the remaining 1 tablespoon of salted butter to the skillet. Stir until the butter has melted and the cream is steaming hot but not boiling.
- 7Take the skillet off the heat. Add the parmesan to the pan and stir until it melts, creating a velvety sauce.
- 8Finally, return the cooked diced chicken to the skillet. Mix gently into the gnocchi and cream sauce. If desired, garnish with parsley.
Nutrition — Per Serving
1250
calories
40g
protein
82g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 91g
- Saturated fat
- 28.0g
- Sodium
- 1386 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 7.9g
4 servings per batch · ~500g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi have per serving?
Each serving contains 40g of protein and 1250 calories with 82g fat and 91g carbs. This is one of the most calorie-dense recipes in the library due to high fat content.
How long does Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop yields 4 servings from one batch, though the high calorie density means each serving requires careful portion control. You're dividing one pot into four large meals.
Is Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi good for muscle gain?
At 1250 calories and 40g protein per serving, this recipe is suited for muscle gain only if you're significantly undereating elsewhere in your day. The high fat content (82g) and calorie density make it better as an occasional indulgence than a staple meal prep option.
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