Chicken With Figs and Gnocchi Recipe

Name: Chicken With Figs and Gnocchi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil; 13 lb pancetta, cut into sticks; 2 lbs chicken, cut into large chunks; flour, for dredging; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 14 -16 dried mission figs, quartered; 3 ounces dry red wine (1/3 of a bottle); 1 cup chicken stock; ¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (4 sprigs); 12 -16 ounces gnocchi; 3 tablespoons butter; ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg; 3 tablespoons chives, chopped

Servings: persons

¼ cup olive oil
13 lb pancetta, cut into sticks
2 lbs chicken, cut into large chunks
flour, for dredging
1 large onion, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, crushed
14 -16 dried mission figs, quartered
3 ounces dry red wine (1/3 of a bottle)
1 cup chicken stock
¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme (4 sprigs)
12 -16 ounces gnocchi
3 tablespoons butter
¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
3 tablespoons chives, chopped

1
Brown the pancetta in the olive oil, about 3-4 minutes, then remove with slotted spoon and reserve.
2
Season the chicken chunks with salt and pepper and dredge in flour.
3
After removing pancetta, add the chicken to the same pan.
4
Brown the pieces for a few minutes each side.
5
Add the onions, garlic and figs to the pan and saute for 5 minutes.
6
Add the wine, and cook for 5 more minutes, or until only a third of a cup of liquid remains.
7
Add the chicken stock, parsley and thyme to the chicken and stir to combine.
8
Simmer for about 10 minutes.
9
While the chicken mixture is simmering, cook the gnocchi according to the package directions and drain.
10
Heat a medium skillet over medium-low heat.
11
Melt the butter and brown it.
12
Add the gnocchi, raise the heat a bit, and lightly brown.
13
Season gnocchi with salt, pepper, nutmeg and chives.
14
Serve the gnocchi over the chicken and fig mixture and sprinkle with the pancetta.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup olive oil, 13 lb pancetta, cut into sticks, 2 lbs chicken, cut into large chunks, flour, for dredging, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Figs and 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 With Figs and Gnocchi

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