Description
A comforting baked dish combining tender chicken, pillowy gnocchi, rich marinara sauce, and melted cheese—everything you love about chicken parmesan in one pan.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 500g gnocchi
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Other Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare for baking the dish later.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.
- Add Chicken and Sauce: Add the diced cooked chicken to the pan, then pour in the marinara sauce. Stir everything well to combine and heat through.
- Combine Gnocchi: Stir in the gnocchi with the chicken and sauce mixture ensuring the gnocchi are well coated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the entire mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Add Cheese Toppings: Generously top the mixture with shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese to create a golden cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes or until the dish is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use store-bought rotisserie chicken for a quick and convenient option.
- Add fresh spinach for extra greens and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
