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Cozy One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie Recipe Easy Comfort Meal

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A warm, creamy, and comforting one pot meal combining tender gnocchi with shredded chicken and vegetables in a rich sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works perfectly)
  • 1 package (about 16 oz / 450 g) store-bought potato gnocchi
  • 1 cup diced carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (can substitute with half-and-half)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the carrots, celery, and onion, and shred the cooked chicken.
  2. In a large deep skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until onions are translucent and veggies soften.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the cooked veggies and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  4. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Add more broth if too thick.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until sauce is silky smooth.
  6. Add shredded chicken and frozen peas. Stir and heat through for about 3 minutes.
  7. Add gnocchi directly to the pot. Stir gently to prevent sticking. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi float and are tender.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for convenience. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and butter with plant-based alternative. Avoid stirring gnocchi too vigorously to prevent breaking. If sauce is too thin, add a flour slurry; if too thick, add broth or cream. Can add cheese before serving for a cheesy upgrade.

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Keywords: one pot meal, gnocchi, chicken pot pie, comfort food, easy dinner, creamy sauce, quick meal

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