If you’re looking for a cozy, creamy dinner that feels a little fancy but is actually incredibly easy to make, this Cheesy Chicken Gnocchi with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach needs to be on your menu.

Tender bites of chicken, pillowy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes come together in a rich, cheesy sauce that’s pure comfort food. While it cooks, the whole kitchen smells amazing and has everyone hovering around the stove asking, “Is it ready yet?”

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This chicken gnocchi is the perfect combination of comforting and flavorful. The gnocchi cooks up soft and tender, while the sun-dried tomatoes add little bursts of sweet, tangy flavor that keep the creamy sauce from feeling too heavy.

And then there’s the cheese. Plenty of melty, gooey cheese brings everything together for a dinner that is seriously hard to resist.

Best of all, it’s an easy one-pan-style meal that comes together without a lot of fuss. Perfect for busy weeknights, lazy Sundays, or whenever you’re craving something warm and satisfying.

What You’ll Need

Chicken breast or chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Gnocchi
Fresh spinach
Sun-dried tomatoes
Garlic
Italian seasoning
Heavy cream
Chicken broth
Parmesan cheese
Olive oil
Salt and black pepper

How to Make Cheesy Chicken Gnocchi

I took a short cut here and bought a store bought whole cooked chicken. This is so simple and the chicken is already flavored so you’ll need less seasoning while cooking. To get the meat off the bones quickly, I use these gloves. If you’d rather make your own chicken, start by seasoning your chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté it in a large skillet with a little olive oil until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside for a moment.

Next, add the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Cook them briefly so the garlic becomes fragrant and the tomatoes have a chance to release even more of their delicious flavor.

Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then add the gnocchi. Let everything simmer until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce begins to thicken.

Stir in the spinach and let it wilt into the creamy sauce. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan, followed by the Parmesan.

Give everything a good stir and let the cheese melt into the sauce.

And that’s it! Dinner is ready.

Tips for the Best Chicken Gnocchi

Don’t overcook the chicken. Bite-sized pieces cook quickly, so keep an eye on them and remove them from the pan as soon as they’re cooked through.

Use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes. If your tomatoes are packed in oil, a spoonful of that flavorful oil is fantastic for sautéing the garlic and tomatoes.

Freshly grated Parmesan makes a difference. It melts more smoothly into the sauce and gives the dish a richer flavor.

Add the spinach at the end. Fresh spinach wilts quickly, so there’s no need to cook it for long.

Want it extra cheesy? Add another handful of mozzarella on top and let it melt before serving.

What to Serve with Chicken Gnocchi

This dish is hearty enough to be a complete meal on its own, but I love serving it with something fresh and simple. A crisp green salad makes a great side, or serve it with warm crusty bread for soaking up every last bit of that creamy sauce. If you’re wanting to make your own dressing, try my recipe!

Because trust me—you’re not going to want to leave any of that sauce behind.

A Cozy Dinner Everyone Will Love

Creamy, cheesy, savory, and packed with tender chicken, spinach, and flavorful sun-dried tomatoes, this gnocchi is comfort food at its best.

It’s easy enough for a weeknight but special enough to serve when you’re having friends or family over. Once you try this combination, it just might become one of those recipes you find yourself making again and again.

Grab a skillet, gather your ingredients, and get ready for one seriously delicious dinner.

If you’d like to try my Slow Roasted Chicken Over Rice, here’s my recipe.