Description

Creamy, bright, and irresistibly comforting, this One-Pot Lemon Chicken Gnocchi Delight is the answer to your busy weeknight dinner dilemmas. With tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a lemon-kissed cream sauce all cooked in one pot, this easy dinner idea brings bold flavor with minimal effort. Whether you’re craving cozy food ideas or quick dinner ideas that don’t skimp on taste, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Perfect for anyone who loves easy recipes with gourmet flair, this one-pot meal delivers restaurant-quality results without the fuss. It’s hearty enough for dinner ideas the whole family will enjoy, and the refreshing lemon zest keeps every bite lively and balanced. Add this to your list of healthy-ish comfort food picks and watch it disappear fast.

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon lemon zest

½ cup chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

Juice of 1 large lemon

1 lb (450g) potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Lemon slices, for serving

Instructions

Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden and cooked through (5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
Lower the heat, melt butter in the same pot, then add garlic and lemon zest. Sauté until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
Stir in chicken broth to deglaze, then add cream and lemon juice. Simmer 3–4 minutes.
Add gnocchi and stir to coat. Cover and cook 5–7 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
Return chicken to the pot with Parmesan. Stir and heat through. Adjust seasoning.
Garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Serve warm.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner