One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie: A Cozy, Comforting Meal
Craving a cozy, comforting meal that’s easy to make? This One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is the perfect dish to whip up on a busy weeknight or for a relaxing weekend dinner. It brings all the flavors of a classic chicken pot pie, but with a delightful twist—using gnocchi instead of a pie crust. The best part? It all comes together in just one pot, making cleanup a breeze!
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 4 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large or 2 small stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 1 large shallot or small onion, chopped
- Homemade seasoned salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- Pinch dried thyme
- 3 tablespoons gluten-free flour (or AP flour if not GF)
- 2 cups chicken stock or broth
- 1 cup milk (any kind, unsweetened almond milk works well)
- 12 oz package gluten-free gnocchi
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast (~1/2 lb)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
Directions:
Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables
In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the sliced carrots, mushrooms, celery, and shallot (or onion). Sauté the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes, until the mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates. Season with homemade seasoned salt and pepper, then continue sautéing for another 6-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Step 2: Add Garlic and Seasoning
Stir in the minced garlic, poultry seasoning, and dried thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the garlic to become fragrant and the seasonings to meld with the vegetables.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
Sprinkle the gluten-free flour over the vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1 minute, then slowly pour in the chicken stock while stirring to prevent lumps. Next, add the milk and turn the heat up to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently.
Step 4: Cook the Gnocchi
Add the gnocchi to the simmering mixture and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium and let the gnocchi cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the gnocchi are tender and cooked through.
Step 5: Finish the Dish
Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and frozen peas. Let everything heat through, and taste to adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Once it’s all warmed up, ladle the mixture into bowls and serve warm.
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal per serving
Why You’ll Love This One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie:
- Easy Cleanup: This recipe comes together in one pot, so you can enjoy a comforting meal without a sink full of dishes to clean.
- Quick and Satisfying: With just 35 minutes from start to finish, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen.
- A Fun Twist on a Classic: The use of gnocchi instead of a traditional crust gives this dish a unique, pillowy texture that pairs perfectly with the creamy sauce and tender chicken.
- Gluten-Free Option: Using gluten-free gnocchi and flour makes this recipe suitable for those avoiding gluten, but it can easily be adapted with regular flour and gnocchi for those who don’t need a gluten-free version.
Tips for Success:
- Season to Taste: Be sure to taste and adjust the seasoning at the end to make sure the flavors are balanced to your liking.
- Don’t Overcook the Gnocchi: Keep an eye on the gnocchi as it simmers, as it can become too soft if overcooked. Check for tenderness after 5 minutes.
- Make It Vegan: You can easily make this recipe vegan by using vegan butter, plant-based milk, and a meat substitute instead of chicken.
This One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is a comforting, hearty dish that will become a family favorite. With tender gnocchi, creamy sauce, and flavorful vegetables and chicken, it’s a delicious twist on a classic pot pie that’s sure to satisfy! Enjoy this easy and nourishing meal any day of the week.
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One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
This One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is a modern twist on the classic comfort food. It combines tender, shredded chicken, soft gnocchi, and a medley of vegetables like carrots, mushrooms, and peas in a rich and creamy sauce. Each bite delivers the warmth and heartiness you crave in a pot pie, but with the added ease of using just one pot.
Ingredients
4 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter
1 cup sliced carrots
4 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 large or 2 small stalks celery, thinly sliced
1 large shallot or small onion, chopped
Homemade seasoned salt and pepper (to taste)
2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Pinch dried thyme
3 Tablespoons gluten-free flour (or AP flour if not GF)
2 cups chicken stock or broth
1 cup milk (any kind, unsweetened almond milk works well)
12 oz package gluten-free gnocchi
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast (~1/2 lb)
1/2 cup frozen peas
Instructions
Heat the pot: In a Dutch oven or large soup pot, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, mushrooms, celery, and shallots (or onions). Sauté until the mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates, about 3-4 minutes.
Season and cook the vegetables: Season with homemade seasoned salt and pepper, and continue to sauté for another 6-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Add garlic and seasoning: Stir in the garlic, poultry seasoning, and dried thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
Make the sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables, stirring to coat. Cook for 1 minute, then slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Add the milk and turn the heat to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cook the gnocchi: Add the gnocchi and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently until the gnocchi are tender.
Finish and serve: Stir in the cooked chicken and frozen peas. Taste, adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Ladle into bowls and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320