One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie – Cozy, Creamy & Comforting
A creamy, comforting one-pot twist on chicken pot pie, this recipe uses tender gnocchi instead of crust — all the classic flavors in a cozy, no-fuss format.
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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¼ cup flour
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3 cups chicken broth
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1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
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16 oz shelf-stable gnocchi
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1 cup frozen peas
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1 tsp dried thyme
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Optional: splash of lemon juice or white wine
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5–6 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
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Add diced chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until lightly browned.
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Push mixture aside, add a bit more butter, then sprinkle in flour. Stir and cook 2 minutes.
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Slowly whisk in chicken broth, then add milk. Stir until creamy and smooth.
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Add gnocchi and peas. Cover and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Once gnocchi is tender and sauce thick, adjust seasoning. Add parsley and optional lemon juice.
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Serve hot from the pot, optionally with bread or salad.
Notes
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Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep
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Add greens like spinach or kale at the end
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For gluten-free, skip flour and use GF gnocchi
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Reheat gently with a splash of broth to refresh the texture