Chicken Bacon Pumpkin Gnocchi Recipe

Name: Chicken Bacon Pumpkin Gnocchi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) packages gnocchi (total two pounds); 8 slices bacon, diced; 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced; 8 ounces silky tofu, cut into cubes; 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 cup nonfat yogurt; kosher salt and pepper, to taste; 3 green onions, sliced

Servings: persons

2 (16 ounce) packages gnocchi (total two pounds)
8 slices bacon, diced
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
8 ounces silky tofu, cut into cubes
1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup nonfat yogurt
kosher salt and pepper, to taste
3 green onions, sliced

1
Bring a large pot of water to boil over high heat. Add gnocchi and cook according to package directions.
2
Once cooked, drain, drizzle with a little olive oil (to keep moist and from avoid sticking) and set aside.
3
Set a large skillet over medium heat and add bacon. Fry until crispy. Remove from pan to a paper towel-lined plate and blot away extra fat.
4
Add diced chicken to the pan and season with kosher salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
5
Reduce heat to low. If there is a lot (more than a tablespoon) of fat remaining in the pan, drain and then add tofu. Mash and stir gently until creamy.
6
Add in pumpkin puree, Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, chipotle chile powder and garlic powder. Stir to combine.
7
Add gnocchi, chicken and bacon to the pan. Stir together and let sauce cook for 5 minutes to warm the gnocchi and chicken throughout.
8
Mix yogurt in well and and stir until just warm.
9
Taste the dish and season with kosher salt and pepper if needed.
10
Sprinkle the finished dish with green onions and serve immediately.

534

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (16 ounce) packages gnocchi (total two pounds), 8 slices bacon, diced, 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced, 8 ounces silky tofu, cut into cubes, and more.

Yes, Chicken Bacon Pumpkin Gnocchi falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Bacon Pumpkin Gnocchi

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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