Description

This Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is the coziest twist on classic comfort food. With tender potato gnocchi, juicy shredded chicken, mushrooms, peas, and carrots all nestled in a creamy, savory sauce, it’s everything you love about pot pie—no crust required. It’s a quick dinner idea, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sunday meals. This easy recipe satisfies cravings without fuss and can be prepped ahead. It’s hearty, rich, and packed with flavor, making it ideal for family dinners, quick comfort food cravings, or wholesome lunch leftovers. A top pick in both healthy snack or dinner ideas categories!

Ingredients

16 oz potato gnocchi

2 cups cooked shredded chicken

1 cup diced carrots

1 cup green peas

1 cup sliced mushrooms

1 small yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp fresh or ½ tsp dried thyme

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 ½ cups chicken broth

¾ cup heavy cream or half-and-half

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are soft and mushrooms release their moisture. Add garlic and thyme; cook for 1 more minute.

2. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring. Let simmer until thickened. Add cream and cook until sauce is smooth and coats the back of a spoon.

3. In a separate pot, boil gnocchi in salted water according to package instructions (about 2-3 minutes or until they float). Drain and set aside.

4. Stir shredded chicken and peas into the sauce. Simmer 3-4 minutes until heated through. Add cooked gnocchi and gently mix to coat evenly.

5. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Let sit for a few minutes before serving to thicken. Garnish with thyme or cracked black pepper if desired.

Notes

Don’t overcook the gnocchi—boil only until they float to maintain their pillowy texture.

Let the final dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the sauce to thicken naturally.

You can swap the cream with unsweetened plant-based milk and butter for a dairy-free version.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American comfort food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion (1/6 of recipe)
Calories: 430
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg