You cannot resist Irresistible Chicken. It is impossible. Who can resist the delicious, pan-seared chicken, with that golden color and savory flavor, sitting atop an impossibly rich and poultry-flavored sauce. Consisting of cheese, tender gnocchi, and garden-fresh wilted spinach, seriously, how could anyone not dig into this Irresistible Chicken. Like we said, it’s impossible! So, go ahead and enjoy it to the fullest!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken, boneless and skinless
- kosher salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small shallot, diced
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/4 cups half-and-half
- crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1 (17-ounce) package gnocchi
- 3/4 cup mozzarella, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan, freshly grated
- 3 cups baby spinach, packed
- thyme sprigs, optional, to taste, for garnish
Directions
Step 1 –Season the chicken on both sides with the salt and the pepper.
Step 2 –In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil.
Step 3 –Add the chicken to the hot oil and cook until golden, about 4 minutes per side.
Step 4 –Transfer the chicken from the skillet.
Step 5 –Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining oil.
Step 6 –Add the shallot and the mushrooms and cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
Step 7 –Add the garlic, the thyme, and the oregano and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 8 –Add the broth, while scraping the bottom of the pan to release the browned bits.
Step 9 –Slowly add in the half-and-half.
Step 10 –Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 11 –Season the mixture with the salt, the pepper, and the red pepper flakes.
Step 12 –Stir in the gnocchi and return the chicken to the pan.
Step 13 –Let the mixture simmer, while stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through with the meat reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 8-10 minutes.
Step 14 –Transfer the chicken from the skillet.
Step 15 –Add the mozzarella and the parmesan and stir until melted.
Step 16 –Add the spinach and stir until wilted.
Step 17 –Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet.
Step 18 –Season with the salt and the pepper.
Step 19 –Serve garnished with the thyme sprigs.
