Description
A creamy, dreamy casserole combining tender gnocchi with savory shredded chicken, topped with gooey cheese for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix together the cooked shredded chicken, gnocchi, heavy cream, chicken broth, frozen vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Top with your choice of shredded cheese and sprinkle the grated Parmesan on top.
- Drizzle with olive oil, allowing some to seep into the layers below.
- Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Makes ahead: Assemble a day in advance. Ingredient swaps: Use vegetable broth or water if out of chicken broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg