Pesto Gnocchi with Chicken

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Pillowy, light and airy pesto gnocchi made in a one-skillet dinner with chicken, tomatoes and a creamy sauce.

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The gnocchi with the chicken and creamy pesto sauce is a light but comforting way to enjoy the fragrant basil pesto and a great weeknight meal to make time and time again!

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To make, blend all ingredients for the pesto, except the olive oil, together until smooth. Then, slowly stream in the olive oil.

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Slice chicken in half. Place chicken on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap and pound with a rolling pin or meat tenderizer tool until 1/2-inch thick.

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Combine the flour and seasonings in a shallow bowl and coat the chicken in flour mixture all over.

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Heat 1 Tbsp. oil over medium high heat in a large oven safe skillet. When the oil begins to shimmer, add the chicken and cook ~3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

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Over medium heat, cook the onions and cherry tomatoes until the tomatoes begin to pop and blister, about 6-7 minutes.

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Add the broth and heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the gnocchi and ½ cup of the  pesto.

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Nestle the chicken back into pan. Spoon a bit of the sauce over the chicken. Bake, uncovered, for 10-12 min or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

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Slice the chicken then return to the pan. Spoon more sauce over the tops of chicken, garnish with black pepper, fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.

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Serve with remaining pesto or save leftover pesto for another use. Enjoy!

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