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Lemon Ricotta Cottage Cheese Chicken Gnocchi

A creamy and flavorful dish combining tender gnocchi with a lemony ricotta and cottage cheese sauce, perfectly complemented by grilled chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound chicken breast grilled and sliced
  • 1 pound gnocchi fresh or packaged
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. Remove from the grill and let rest before slicing.
Cook the Gnocchi
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Drain and set aside.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  2. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked gnocchi to the cheese mixture and stir gently to coat.
  2. Fold in the sliced grilled chicken.
Serve
  1. Divide the gnocchi mixture among serving plates.
  2. Top with grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
  3. Serve immediately, garnished with extra lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can sauté garlic in olive oil before adding the cheese mixture. Adjust the lemon juice to taste for more or less tanginess.

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