{"id":"9615cd0b-f3c7-4eb8-bc1c-30fd700c64a2","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/9615cd0b-f3c7-4eb8-bc1c-30fd700c64a2","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a69251852/high-protein-creamy-chicken-and-gnocchi-recipe/","title":"High-Protein Creamy Chicken  Gnocchi","description":"Loaded with bacon and spinach in a garlic herb sauce, this one-pan, protein-packed chicken and gnocchi is sure to become your go-to weeknight meal.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT50M","ingredients":[{"text":"1 1/4 c. whole milk cottage cheese","item":"whole milk cottage cheese","quantity":1.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth, divided","item":"low-sodium chicken broth","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"4 slices bacon (about 4 oz.), cut into 1/2\" pieces","item":"bacon (about 4 oz.), cut into 1/2\" pieces","quantity":4,"unit":"slice"},{"text":"3 (6-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts","item":"(6-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts","quantity":3},{"text":"1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more","item":"kosher salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"plus more"},{"text":"Freshly ground black pepper","item":"Freshly ground black pepper"},{"text":"1 shallot, finely chopped","item":"shallot","quantity":1,"preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"3 garlic cloves, minced","item":"garlic cloves","quantity":3,"preparation":"minced"},{"text":"2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves","item":"fresh thyme leaves","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes","item":"crushed red pepper flakes","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 (17-oz.) pkg. gnocchi","item":"(17-oz.) pkg. gnocchi","quantity":1},{"text":"3 oz. mozzarella, shredded (about 3/4 cup)","item":"mozzarella, shredded","quantity":3,"unit":"oz","preparation":"about 3/4 cup"},{"text":"2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup)","item":"Parmesan, finely grated","quantity":2,"unit":"oz","preparation":"about 1 cup"},{"text":"4 c. (4 oz.) fresh spinach","item":"fresh spinach","quantity":4,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":4,"unit":"oz"}}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a blender, blend cottage cheese and 3/4 cup broth until smooth, 30 to 60 seconds; set aside."},{"number":2,"text":"In a large, cold skillet, arrange bacon in a single layer. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until crispy, 7 to 9 minutes. Transfer bacon to a plate; reserve fat in skillet."},{"number":3,"text":"Season chicken on both sides with salt and black pepper and arrange in skillet in a single layer. Cook over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned on both sides, about 6 minutes per side. (Chicken will not be fully cooked through.) Transfer chicken to another plate."},{"number":4,"text":"In same skillet over medium heat, cook shallot and 1 tsp. salt and cook, stirring, until translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add 1/2 cup broth and stir, scraping up browned bits from bottom of skillet."},{"number":5,"text":"Bring to a simmer. Add chicken; cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 165°, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer chicken to a clean cutting board; cover to keep warm."},{"number":6,"text":"Return sauce to a simmer and continue to cook, uncovered, until liquid is nearly evaporated. Add reserved cottage cheese mixture and bring to a simmer. Add gnocchi and cook, stirring, until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Fold in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted, then stir in spinach until wilted and tender. (If sauce feels too thick at this point, add remaining 1/4 cup broth.) Fold in three-quarters of bacon; season with salt, if needed."},{"number":7,"text":"Slice chicken crosswise into pieces and return to skillet; season with black pepper. Top with remaining bacon."}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T00:15:27.744949+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T00:15:27.744949+00:00"}