One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie (Printable)
Creamy one-pot comfort with pillowy gnocchi, tender chicken, and vegetables in savory sauce.
# What's Needed:
→ Meats
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (about 10.5 ounces)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 cup diced carrots
03 - 1 cup frozen peas
04 - 1 cup diced celery
05 - 1 cup diced onion
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Other
07 - 17.5 ounces potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
11 - 2 cups chicken broth
12 - 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
14 - 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
15 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
16 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
17 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
18 - Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat until butter melts and mixture shimmers.
02 - Add onions, carrots, and celery to the pan. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften and onions turn translucent.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
04 - Sprinkle flour evenly over the vegetables, stirring constantly to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste and form a light roux.
05 - Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk or half-and-half, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
06 - Add dried thyme, sage, salt, and black pepper. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
07 - Stir in uncooked gnocchi, cooked chicken, and frozen peas. Ensure gnocchi are fully submerged in the sauce for even cooking.
08 - Cover pan and reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until gnocchi are tender and plump.
09 - Remove from heat. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese if using. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.
# Tips for Success:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one pan, meaning less cleanup and more time to curl up on the couch
- The gnocchi act like dumplings, absorbing all that savory pot pie flavor while staying tender
- Ready in under 45 minutes but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
02 -
- The sauce will continue thickening as it sits, so don't panic if it looks slightly thin at first
- Gnocchi can turn gummy if overcooked, so start checking at the 10-minute mark
- Leftovers reheat surprisingly well, though you might need to splash in a little extra milk or broth when warming them up
03 -
- Use heavy cream instead of milk for an extra luxurious sauce that clings to every bite
- Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten all those rich, creamy flavors