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Pesto Chicken Gnocchi Bake Recipe

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This Pesto Chicken Gnocchi Bake is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender potato gnocchi, shredded rotisserie chicken, and a rich pesto cream sauce. It’s topped with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, then baked until bubbly and golden, making it an easy and flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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Sauce and Base

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup DeLallo Pesto
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound DeLallo Potato Gnocchi
  • 2 cups cooked or rotisserie chicken, shredded

Cheeses and Garnish

  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and move the oven rack to the top third position to ensure proper baking and browning.
  2. Sauté Onions: Melt the butter in a deep, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and lightly browned, which adds depth of flavor to the sauce.
  3. Add Garlic and Wine: Stir in the minced garlic and dry white wine. Let the mixture bubble gently for about 30 seconds to cook off alcohol and infuse flavor.
  4. Make Pesto Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, pesto, and sprinkle Italian seasoning. Stir continuously until smooth and combined into a creamy sauce base.
  5. Combine Gnocchi and Chicken: Add the potato gnocchi and shredded chicken to the skillet. Stir well to coat evenly with the sauce. Let it heat through for 1-2 minutes, monitoring the sauce’s thickness. Add a splash of cream if it becomes too thick.
  6. Top with Cheese and Bake: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle parmesan and shredded mozzarella evenly over the top. Place uncovered in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Optionally, broil the top briefly to achieve a golden brown cheese crust, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  7. Rest and Serve: Let the dish sit for 5 minutes after removing from the oven to set. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper as needed before serving.

Notes

  • If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer the mixture to a baking dish before adding cheese and baking.
  • Add a splash of cream or chicken broth if the sauce thickens too much during cooking.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for easy preparation, or substitute with cooked, shredded chicken breasts.
  • Watch carefully during broiling to prevent the cheese from burning.
  • Fresh parsley adds a bright flavor and color contrast to the rich dish.

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