Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie (Printable Version)

Savory chicken and tender gnocchi simmered with mushrooms and herbs for a cozy dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy and Fats

01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Vegetables and Herbs

02 - 2 cups sliced cremini mushrooms
03 - 1 ½ cups diced yellow onion
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional plus additional for garnish)
05 - 15 ounces thawed frozen peas and carrots

→ Seasonings

06 - 2 teaspoons reduced salt chicken bouillon seasoning
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Proteins

09 - 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken white meat

→ Canned Goods and Liquids

10 - 2 cans cream of chicken with herbs soup (10.5 ounces each)
11 - 1 cup chicken stock

→ Pasta

12 - 12 ounces potato gnocchi

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a large sauté pan (12 inches wide by 3 inches deep) over medium heat, melt the butter. Add sliced cremini mushrooms, diced onions, fresh thyme leaves, chicken bouillon seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are tender.
02 - Add shredded rotisserie chicken, thawed peas and carrots, and cream of chicken with herbs soup to the pan. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
03 - Slowly stir in chicken stock until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
04 - Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Add potato gnocchi, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until gnocchi is tender and cooked through.
05 - Remove from heat and garnish with additional fresh thyme leaves if desired before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Stir frequently during simmering to prevent gnocchi from sticking and ensure even cooking.