Chicken Gnocchi Bake
Chicken Gnocchi Bake is creamy, comforting, and ready with minimal effort. Tender chicken, soft pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, cheesy sauce come together for an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will devour.
Servings: 4
Calories: 848kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 16 ounce gnocchi shelf-stable or refrigerated
- 1 cup mozzarella pearls
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing up to 1 cup, depending on how saucy you want it
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Assemble the bake: Place chicken thighs in the baking dish. Scatter gnocchi and cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Add the flavor: Pour Italian dressing evenly over everything and toss gently to coat.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and the gnocchi is tender.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella pearls over the top and bake for another 5 minutes, until melty and gooey.
- Serve hot, spooning tomatoes and sauce over each piece of chicken.
Nutrition
Calories: 848kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 244mg | Sodium: 1035mg | Potassium: 673mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 741IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 6mg