YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Basil Pesto Chicken Gnocchi
Enjoy a vibrant twist on traditional gnocchi with tender chicken breast, enveloped in a luscious, creamy basil pesto sauce. This dish combines the heartiness of potato gnocchi with the aromatic freshness of basil, enriched by a light, homemade pesto cream that delivers a burst of flavor in every bite.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Chicken Breast
0.75 cup Potato Gnocchi
0.5 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 tbsp Heavy Cream
1 clove Garlic
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add half of the olive oil. Sear the chicken breast for about 4-5 minutes per side until nicely browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let it rest before thinly slicing.
In a medium pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the gnocchi. Cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes, then drain.
In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan, and fresh basil leaves. Mix well to create a creamy pesto sauce. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
Plate the gnocchi and top with the sliced chicken breast. Garnish with a few extra basil leaves if desired, and serve warm.