Stumped on what to have for dinner tonight? This quick and easy recipe comes together in 25 minutes with minimal dishes! Satisfy your appetite with a meal that delivers both flavor and nutrition with this Gnocchi Chicken Pomodoro. This chicken pomodoro recipe combines tender chicken, soft gnocchi, and a garlicky tomato-basil sauce for the ultimate cozy dinner. It’s high in protein, making it a great meal-prep option for busy weeks when you need something hearty, delicious, and easy to reheat. Make this recipe once and expect the family to ask for it again as it’s a total crowd pleaser!
Chicken Pomodoro is a classic Italian dish featuring chicken breast or chicken thighs, cooked in a light and flavorful tomato sauce with fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan. “Pomodoro” means tomato in Italian, and in this recipe, San Marzano tomatoes create the perfect base for a rich yet simple sauce. Pairing it with pillowy potato gnocchi takes it to the next level—turning it into the ultimate comfort meal.
This chicken gnocchi recipe is made with simple, fresh ingredients that come together in just 25 minutes!
For this chicken pomodoro pasta, you can use either chicken breasts or boneless, skinless chicken thighs, depending on your preference. Chicken breasts are lean and cook quickly, making them a great option for a lighter meal. Chicken thighs offer more tenderness and a richer flavor, making the dish even more indulgent. If you’re short on time, shredded rotisserie chicken is an easy alternative that still delivers on taste and protein. If you want to make this vegetarian omit chicken all together and swap it with your preferred protein!
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breast slices and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in the San Marzano tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the gnocchi in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Add the gnocchi and cooked chicken back into the skillet with the Pomodoro sauce. Stir in fresh basil leaves and let everything warm together for a minute.
Plate your gnocchi chicken pomodoro, top with grated Parmesan cheese, and serve hot!
This chicken pomodoro recipe pairs beautifully with a few simple sides to make it a complete meal. Serve it classically with a slice of crispy garlic bread and a glass of wine. You can also pair it with a light arugula or Caesar salad for some freshness. If you want to add even more nutrition, try roasted vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach.
This gnocchi chicken recipe is the perfect weeknight meal for so many reasons. It’s quick and easy, ready in under 30 minutes, and packed with rich, comforting flavors thanks to the garlicky tomato-basil sauce. The recipe is also highly customizable—swap in whole wheat gnocchi, add spinach or use cherry tomatoes for a lighter Pomodoro sauce. Plus, it’s meal-prep friendly, making it a great choice for easy lunches throughout the week.
IF you happen to have leftovers (either you’re eating alone or nobody in your family liked this – WILD!) then it’s easy to pack away your leftovers for another day. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to four days. When reheating, warm in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water or olive oil to keep the sauce from drying out. If you want to freeze it, the pomodoro sauce freezes beautifully for up to three months—just cook fresh gnocchi when you’re ready to enjoy it again!
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Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant forward meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant forward meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
