About
You cannot resist Irresistible Chicken. It is impossible. Who can resist the delicious, pan-seared chicken, with that golden color and savory flavor, sitting atop an impossibly rich and poultry-flavored sauce. Consisting of cheese, tender gnocchi, and garden-fresh wilted spinach, seriously, how could anyone not dig into this Irresistible Chicken. Like we said, it's impossible! So, go ahead and enjoy it to the fullest!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken, boneless and skinless
- kosher salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small shallot, diced
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/4 cups half-and-half
- crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1 (17-ounce) package gnocchi
- 3/4 cup mozzarella, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan, freshly grated
- 3 cups baby spinach, packed
- thyme sprigs, optional, to taste, for garnish
Directions
Step 1 -Season the chicken on both sides with the salt and the pepper.
Step 2 -In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil.
Step 3 -Add the chicken to the hot oil and cook until golden, about 4 minutes per side.
Step 4 -Transfer the chicken from the skillet.
Step 5 -Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining oil.
Step 6 -Add the shallot and the mushrooms and cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
Step 7 -Add the garlic, the thyme, and the oregano and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 8 -Add the broth, while scraping the bottom of the pan to release the browned bits.
Step 9 -Slowly add in the half-and-half.
Step 10 -Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 11 -Season the mixture with the salt, the pepper, and the red pepper flakes.
Step 12 -Stir in the gnocchi and return the chicken to the pan.
Step 13 -Let the mixture simmer, while stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through with the meat reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 8-10 minutes.
Step 14 -Transfer the chicken from the skillet.
Step 15 -Add the mozzarella and the parmesan and stir until melted.
Step 16 -Add the spinach and stir until wilted.
Step 17 -Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet.
Step 18 -Season with the salt and the pepper.
Step 19 -Serve garnished with the thyme sprigs.
