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Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

4.9 from 59 reviews

This Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is a comforting one-pot meal featuring tender gnocchi, shredded chicken, and a medley of sautéed vegetables in a creamy, herb-infused sauce. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, it combines rich flavors with a quick and simple stovetop cooking method, delivering the warmth and satisfaction of a classic pot pie without the hassle of baking a crust.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 large rib celery, thinly sliced
  • 1 large shallot or small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas

Proteins

  • 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken

Liquids and Dairy

  • 4 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
  • 2 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 1 cup milk (any kind)

Dry Ingredients and Seasonings

  • 12 ounces gnocchi
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • Pinch dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat Butter: Place a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat and melt the butter completely.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the sliced carrots, mushrooms, celery, and chopped shallot or onion to the pot. Cook until the mushrooms release their moisture and the vegetables soften slightly.
  3. Add Seasonings: Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper. Stir in the minced garlic, poultry seasoning, and dried thyme, cooking briefly until fragrant.
  4. Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir well. Cook for about one minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
  5. Add Liquids: Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously, then add the milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cook Gnocchi: Add the gnocchi to the simmering sauce and cook, stirring frequently, until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce thickens.
  7. Incorporate Chicken and Peas: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and frozen peas, heating just until everything is warmed through.
  8. Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the pot pie filling and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm for a hearty meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute vegan butter and plant-based milk to make this recipe vegan-friendly, swapping chicken for a vegetarian protein.
  • Using gluten-free flour and gluten-free gnocchi makes this dish gluten-free.
  • Leftovers store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days and can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
  • Adding fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top before serving enhances flavor and presentation.

Keywords: gnocchi chicken pot pie, stovetop pot pie, creamy chicken gnocchi, easy chicken dinner, comfort food, one pot meal