Dinner for 4
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi
$8.12for 430 minServes 4
Seasoned chicken, gnocchi, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes simmer in a creamy broth sauce for a quick skillet meal.

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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken breast, 1 lb$3.49/lb typical | 1 lb | $3.49Typical price | |
| Leeks and shallots, 0.2 lb$3.49/lb typical | 0.2 lb | $0.68Typical price | |
| Pasta, 12 oz$0.10/oz typical | 12 oz | $1.20Typical price | |
| Broth, 8.25 oz$0.07/oz typical | 8.25 oz | $0.58Typical price | |
| Heavy cream, 4.25 oz$0.22/oz typical | 4.25 oz | $0.91Typical price | |
| Spinach, 1 oz$0.35/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.35Typical price | |
| Mint, a little$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.25Typical price | |
| Parmesan, 0.25 oz$0.55/oz typical | 0.25 oz | $0.14Typical price | |
| Total for the servings shown | $8.12 | ||
Swaps
- Swap chicken breast for chicken thighsabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Swap heavy cream for evaporatedabout $0.08/oz less at typical prices
- Swap pasta for egg noodlesabout $0.04/oz more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilDried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
ItalianHigh-proteinBudgetFamilyDinners
$2.03 per serving$8.12 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp seasoning of choice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large shallot
- 12 oz store-bought gnocchi
- 2 cups chicken broth (optional)
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 cup packed spinach leaves
- salt and pepper (optional)
- fresh thyme (optional)
- grated parmesan (optional)
Steps
- Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces and coat them with the seasoning.
- Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then cook the chicken for 7 to 9 minutes until it reaches 165 F.
- Add the remaining olive oil, shallot, and sun-dried tomatoes, then cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in the gnocchi, broth, and cream, then simmer for 5 minutes until the gnocchi is tender.
- Fold in the spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
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