Chicken Gnocchi Bacon (Printable Version)
Soft potato gnocchi, chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy cheese sauce come together in this cozy dinner idea. Satisfying and quick to make!
# What You'll Need:
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500g potato gnocchi.
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2 small chicken breasts (360g).
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175g Laughing Cow light cheese.
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1 shallot, finely diced.
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75g lean smoked back bacon, diced.
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60g fresh grated cheddar.
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3 1/2 cups low sodium chicken stock.
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1 teaspoon dried chives.
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1 teaspoon onion powder.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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2 cloves garlic, minced.
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1/2 cup 2% milk.
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1/2 teaspoon dried dill.
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1/2 tablespoon cornstarch.
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Fresh parsley for garnish.
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1/2 tablespoon lemon juice.
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1 teaspoon dried parsley.
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
# Steps to Follow:
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Simmer chicken in 2 cups of stock for 10-12 minutes until it's done. Once cooked, slice into pieces.
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Using cooking spray, crisp up the diced bacon in a pan.
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In the same pan, soften the shallot first, then add the garlic for a quick cook.
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Pour in the leftover stock, milk, lemon juice, and seasonings. Stir in the cheese and dissolve the cornstarch while whisking.
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Combine the gnocchi and chicken with the sauce, bring to a boil, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
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Move the mixture to a baking dish, layer cheese on top, and broil until brown. Add crispy bacon and fresh herbs before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Grating your own cheese gives the best results.
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Reuse the chicken poaching broth for the sauce if you'd like.
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It needs to bubble for the sauce to properly thicken.