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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 6–8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet.
Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and add chicken to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through to 165°F. Remove and set aside.
Add uncooked gnocchi to the same skillet. Add butter if needed. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and toasted.
Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 30–60 seconds, stirring until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet. Cover and simmer for 3–5 minutes, until the gnocchi is tender.
Remove the lid and stir in heavy cream. Simmer uncovered for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
Stir in fresh spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
Return the chicken and most of the crispy bacon to the skillet. Stir until everything is coated in the creamy sauce and heated through. Add a splash of chicken broth if the sauce becomes too thick.
Top with remaining bacon, freshly grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, and cracked black pepper. Serve immediately.
Optional: Stir in 1 tablespoon of reserved sun-dried tomato oil with the garlic for an extra punch of flavor.
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This recipe uses shelf-stable gnocchi that can be pan-seared and simmered directly in the sauce. No separate boiling required.
Can I use fresh gnocchi instead of shelf-stable?
Yes, but you may need to adjust the cooking time as fresh gnocchi cooks faster.
What can I substitute for heavy cream?
You can use half-and-half or a mixture of milk and butter as a substitute for heavy cream.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
It's best served fresh, but you can prepare the components ahead and combine them just before serving.
How can I make this dish spicier?
Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to increase the spice level.
Is there a vegetarian version of this recipe?
You can omit the chicken and bacon and use vegetable broth to make a vegetarian version.
