Description
It’s basically the food equivalent of a cozy blanket and a binge-worthy show. We’re talkin’ pillowy gnocchi swimming in a rich, creamy sauce packed with shredded chicken, smoky bacon, and allll the ranchy-cheesy goodness you love. It’s fast, indulgent, and dangerously addictive — hence the name.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (shredded)
4 strips bacon, chopped
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 (16 oz) package shelf-stable gnocchi
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan
2 oz cream cheese
1 cup baby spinach (optional but yum)
Chopped green onions for topping
Instructions
Sizzle Time: In a big ol’ skillet, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, but leave a little bacon fat in the pan for flavor.
Chicken In: Add olive oil if needed, then cook the chicken until golden and cooked through. Shred it up using two forks right in the pan or beforehand if using rotisserie chicken.
Creamy Base: Sprinkle in the ranch mix, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, cream cheese, and gnocchi. Let it simmer for 5–7 minutes until the gnocchi is soft and the sauce starts to thicken.
Get Cheesy: Stir in cheddar, Parmesan, and that crispy bacon. Toss in spinach if using. Stir until everything is melty and beautiful.
Serve It Up: Top with green onions and maybe more cheese (you do you). Eat immediately, preferably in sweatpants.
Notes
Make it spicy: add a pinch of cayenne or a splash of hot sauce.
Make it veggie-forward: sub mushrooms or broccoli for chicken.
Low-carb vibe? Try cauliflower gnocchi.
No gnocchi? Use cooked pasta or rice in a pinch
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~620 per serving
- Protein: ~35g