One-Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
This One-Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is a comforting, easy-to-make meal featuring tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and a creamy vegetable sauce all cooked together in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe combines hearty flavors and minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken & Veggies
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Creamy Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Gnocchi
- 1 lb potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until lightly golden but not fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside to finish cooking later in the sauce.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the onions are translucent and the vegetables begin to soften, about 5–7 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning the garlic.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Lower the heat slightly and add butter to the vegetables. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a roux. Slowly pour in chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add paprika, thyme, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Combine Chicken & Gnocchi: Return the partially cooked chicken to the pot and stir to coat with the creamy sauce. Add the gnocchi and frozen peas. Stir gently to combine, cover, and let simmer for 5–7 minutes until the gnocchi is tender and cooked through.
- Adjust Seasoning & Serve: Taste and adjust salt and black pepper as needed. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives for freshness. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh gnocchi if possible for best texture; store-bought works well but avoid pre-cooked gnocchi to prevent mushiness.
- Use whole milk or add cream for a richer sauce.
- Enhance flavor with white wine or Dijon mustard in the sauce.
- Substitute peas with green beans or broccoli for variety.
- Use gluten-free flour and gluten-free gnocchi to make this dish gluten-free.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat on the stove with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.
- Leftovers freeze well without gnocchi; add fresh gnocchi when reheating frozen sauce and chicken.
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