High-Protein “Cottage Cheese” Chicken Gnocchi
High-Protein “Cottage Cheese” Chicken Gnocchi combines tender chicken and pillowy gnocchi in a creamy cottage cheese sauce, creating a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also adaptable to your dietary needs. With its delightful flavors and vibrant colors, it’s sure to impress family and friends!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 16 oz store-bought gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked (6-8 minutes).
- Add garlic and spinach: Stir in minced garlic and spinach; sauté until fragrant and spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- Create your sauce: Lower the heat; mix in cottage cheese and chicken broth until creamy.
- Incorporate gnocchi: Fold cooked gnocchi into the sauce; let simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.
- Finish with Parmesan: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top, stirring until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping chicken for turkey or adding vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. For added flavor, experiment with different herbs such as Italian seasoning or thyme.