Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi Pot Pie Recipe
This Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi Pot Pie is a comforting, hearty dish featuring tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and pillowy gnocchi all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for a cozy meal, this recipe combines classic pot pie flavors in an easy stovetop preparation without the need for a crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Aromatics
- 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
Seasonings
- Homemade seasoned salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- Pinch dried thyme
Dairy & Butter
- 4 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 cup milk, any kind
Dry Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons gluten-free flour or all-purpose flour if not gluten-free
Liquids
- 2 cups chicken stock or broth
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Begin by slicing the carrots, celery, mushrooms, and chopping the shallot or onion. Press or mince the garlic cloves.
- Sauté the aromatics and vegetables: In a large skillet or pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots or onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Season with homemade seasoned salt, pepper, poultry seasoning, and dried thyme. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Make the roux: Sprinkle the gluten-free or all-purpose flour evenly over the sautéed vegetables. Stir well to coat and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add liquids: Gradually pour in the chicken stock and milk while continuously stirring to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5-8 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Incorporate cooked chicken and gnocchi: Add shredded or chopped cooked chicken and store-bought or homemade gnocchi to the pot. Stir gently to combine and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the gnocchi are tender and heated through.
- Final seasoning and serve: Taste and adjust seasonings with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot as a comforting main dish without a crust, enjoying the creamy texture and robust flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken stock with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor or vegetarian option.
- Gnocchi can be homemade or store-bought; if using frozen, no need to thaw before adding.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter and plant-based milk such as almond or oat milk.
- If you want a thicker sauce, add an extra tablespoon of flour during the roux step.
- Adding fresh herbs like parsley on top before serving enhances the freshness and color.
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