One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
This One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is a comforting, creamy dish that combines tender gnocchi, shredded chicken, and a medley of sautéed vegetables in a flavorful, herb-infused sauce. Made entirely on the stovetop, it’s a quick and delicious alternative to traditional pot pie without the fuss of a crust.
- Author: Rico
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Vegetables
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 4 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large or 2 small ribs celery, thinly sliced
- 1 large shallot or small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
Seasonings and Herbs
- Homemade seasoned salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- Pinch dried thyme
Liquids and Fats
- 4 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 2 cups chicken stock or broth
- 1 cup milk (any kind, unsweetened almond milk recommended)
Others
- 3 Tablespoons gluten free flour (or all-purpose flour if not gluten free)
- 12 oz package gluten free gnocchi
- 1–1/2 cups shredded chicken breast (~1/2 lb pre-cooked)
- Saute veggies: Heat a Dutch oven or large soup pot over medium-high heat. Melt the butter in the pan. Add sliced carrots, mushrooms, celery, and chopped shallots or onions. Saute until the mushrooms release their liquid and the liquid evaporates, about 3-4 minutes. Season with homemade seasoning salt and pepper. Reduce heat slightly and continue to sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 6-7 minutes.
- Add aromatics and herbs: Add the pressed or minced garlic, poultry seasoning, and dried thyme to the vegetables. Saute until the garlic is very fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Thicken the sauce: Sprinkle the gluten free flour over the vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Create the creamy base and cook gnocchi: Add the milk and increase heat to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Add the gnocchi and stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring frequently, until the gnocchi are tender, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add chicken and peas, season to taste: Stir in the shredded chicken and frozen peas. Taste and add more seasoned salt and pepper if needed. Continue to heat through so everything is hot and flavors meld together.
- Serve: Ladle the creamy gnocchi chicken pot pie into bowls and serve immediately for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use gluten free flour and stock for a gluten free version.
- You can substitute the chicken with cooked turkey to use leftovers.
- For a vegan version, use vegan butter, plant-based milk, and vegetable broth, and substitute chickpea gnocchi or omit chicken.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste preference, adding more herbs or seasoning salt as desired.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, add an extra tablespoon of flour to the vegetables before adding the broth.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop gently with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.
Keywords: gnocchi, chicken pot pie, one pot meal, gluten free, comfort food, stovetop, quick dinner