Name: Crockpot Gnocchi and Chicken: A Cozy and Effortless Meal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional, for depth); 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat); For the Gnocchi and Add-Ins:; 1 package (16 oz) potato gnocchi; 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (optional); 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish); For Serving (Optional):; Grated Parmesan cheese; Crusty bread or garlic bread

Ingredients

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4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)

1 can fire-roasted plum tomatoes (whole or crushed)

4 anchovy fillets

½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 tbsp olive oil

5 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp paprika

1 large onion, chopped

4 oz mushrooms, chopped

3 sprigs rosemary, chopped

Salt & black pepper to taste (approx. 1 tsp each)

1 package gnocchi (shelf-stable or refrigerated)

Optional garnish: Fresh parsley or cilantro

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Instructions

Season & Marinate Chicken:
- Pat chicken thighs dry. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Marinate up to 24 hours or at least 30 minutes if time allows.
Brown the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Brown chicken 2 minutes per side. Transfer to Crockpot.
Sauté Aromatics & Build Sauce:
- In same skillet, sauté onion and anchovies for 5 minutes until anchovies melt.
- Add garlic, mushrooms, and rosemary; cook another 2–3 minutes.
- Add fire-roasted tomatoes and red pepper flakes. Let bubble briefly, then pour over chicken in Crockpot.
Slow Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F and is fork-tender.
Add Gnocchi & Finish:
- In final 25–30 minutes, stir in gnocchi. Cook until soft and tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley or cilantro if desired.

Author: Aliana Alisson
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours (on high)
Category: Main Dish, One-Pot Meal
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Slow Cooker

Nutrition

Calories: ~540 calories per serving
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 19g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 145mg

Ingredients

Instructions

Season & Marinate Chicken:

Pat chicken thighs dry. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Marinate up to 24 hours or at least 30 minutes if time allows.

Brown the Chicken:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Brown chicken 2 minutes per side. Transfer to Crockpot.

Sauté Aromatics & Build Sauce:

In same skillet, sauté onion and anchovies for 5 minutes until anchovies melt.

Add garlic, mushrooms, and rosemary; cook another 2–3 minutes.

Add fire-roasted tomatoes and red pepper flakes. Let bubble briefly, then pour over chicken in Crockpot.

Slow Cook:

Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F and is fork-tender.

Add Gnocchi & Finish:

In final 25–30 minutes, stir in gnocchi. Cook until soft and tender.

Serve warm, garnished with parsley or cilantro if desired.

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