Gnocchi Bake

A lovely gnocchi bake recipe is made with chicken and a lovely cheesy finish. Gnocchi is made from varied sized balls of polenta, mostly made from cornmeal, and given texture with a cheese grater. This texture allows the sauce to cover the balls. Most commonly gnocchi is served as an appetizer but this recipe makes for a great school night all-in-one meal! You should make this for you next pot-luck and impress all your friends with your culinary skills.

Health Benefits

Chicken is a great low-fat source of protein, which aids in muscle development. Chicken’s low-fat content also makes it useful in weight control and combating heart disease. Unlike red meats, chicken has low levels of saturated fats. Cornmeal is a great source of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are a source of energy, fueling you up for heavy activity. The fiber content of cornmeal is great for satisfying hunger and sustaining you for long periods of time.

Nutrition

Per Serving:

Calories 224.2

Calories from Fat 128

Total Fat 14.2 g

Saturated Fat 8.5 g

Cholesterol 39 mg

Sodium 682.1 mg

Total Carbohydrate 15.3 g

Dietary Fiber 1.1 g

Sugars 3.5 g

Protein 9.2 g

Ingredients

cups whole milk: 2

cups chicken broth: 2

tsp kosher salt: 1 1/2

cup polenta: 1

tsp fresh ground black pepper: 1/2

tbsp unsalted butter: 4

sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded: 1/4 lb

cup grated parmesan cheese: 1/4

tbsp chopped herbs: 1

How To Make Gnocchi Bake

1. Boil a pot of water and preheat the broiler or grill.
2. Heat a nonstick pan and add the oil.
3. Add the leeks and carrots to the oil and cook over a medium heat.
4. Stir frequently for about five minutes or until the leeks have softened.
5. Put the gnocchi in the boiled water and cook according to package instructions.
6. Add the cooked chicken to the pan with the leeks and carrots and stir well.
7. Add the can of mushroom soup to the pan along with the garlic powder and parsley.
8. Stir to combine.
9. Add the cooked and drained gnocchi.
10. Softly stir to coat the gnocchi in the other ingredients.
11. Transfer to an oven proof dish.
12. Sprinkle with the cheese and put under the broiler/grill until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Serve with a salad or green veggies.

Trivia

Gnocchi is considered a dumpling.