Description

Creamy, hearty, and loaded with comfort — this Classic Chicken and Dumplings with Gnocchi is the ultimate quick dinner solution. With tender shredded chicken, pillowy gnocchi, sweet peas, and carrots in a velvety herb-infused sauce, this dish offers everything you want from cozy food ideas. Perfect for anyone craving an easy dinner, family-friendly meals, or comforting weeknight dinner ideas. Whether you’re looking for a healthy-ish snack, quick meal prep, or easy recipe for leftover chicken, this one-pot wonder delivers in taste and simplicity.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 large carrots, sliced into rounds

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Salt, to taste

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 cup whole milk or half-and-half

2 cups cooked, shredded chicken

16 oz package potato gnocchi

1 cup frozen peas

Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.

2. Stir in garlic and carrots, sautéing for another 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

3. Add thyme, parsley, pepper, and salt. Stir well.

4. Sprinkle in flour and stir continuously for about 2 minutes to form a roux.

5. Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps, followed by the milk or half-and-half. Simmer for 5–6 minutes until slightly thickened.

6. Add shredded chicken and uncooked gnocchi. Simmer until gnocchi float to the top and become tender, about 5–7 minutes.

7. Stir in frozen peas during the last 2–3 minutes of cooking. Adjust seasoning if needed.

8. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken to cut prep time and boost flavor.

Stir flour well when making the roux to avoid lumps and achieve a creamy base.

Avoid overcooking the gnocchi—they’re done when they float to the top.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American comfort food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: easy dinner, chicken gnocchi, comfort food, one-pot meal, quick recipe