Although we’ve got a few weeks of sweet summer left, the chaos of the school year has descended upon us. My calendar is full of appointments and orientations, and I know things won’t be slowing down anytime soon. Gwen will be starting dance in a few weeks (her little ballet shoes? I literally cannot!) Cam will be trying his hand, or rather foot, at soccer this fall, and I’m on the hunt for an archery class for Mr Lincoln.
May the odds be ever in our favor!
That said, I’m stockpiling easy, family friendly recipes that can be made in a jif, and One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie totally fits the bill. This ultra cozy, gluten free dinner recipe cooks in under 30 minutes, and in one pan, making it perfect for this busy time of year!
Watch How to Make It!
Chicken Pot Pie + Chicken & Dumplings
One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie is like the love child between Chicken & Dumplings and Chicken Pot Pie. We’re pairing thick and creamy Chicken Pot Pie filling with the craveable, chewy texture of Chicken & Dumplings by adding tender, gluten free gnocchi into the mix.
All the coziness of each, yet no crusts nor dumplings to make. This remix is a total upgrade!
Couple of Recipe Notes
- Prep ahead: This recipe can be prepped ahead of time then cooked in under 30 minutes. Take 20 minutes on Sunday to chop the vegetables, cook/shred the chicken, and you’ll be off to the races on any busy weeknight.
- Gluten free gnocchi: I’m sharing the brand of GF gnocchi I love below, but if you’re using a different brand, or non GF gnocchi, pay attention to the size of the box which can differ by brand/type. You’ll need a 12oz box for this recipe.
- Dairy free: This recipe can be easily made dairy free by using non dairy butter to saute the vegetables, and a milk alternative to create the creamy pot pie filling. I like Earth Balance Soy Free Vegan Butter and unsweetened almond milk, respectively.
Grab your goggles and let’s dive into this pot of complete and total lusciousness!
How to Make This Recipe
Start by sauting carrots, celery, mushrooms, and shallots or onion in a little butter or vegan butter in a Dutch Oven over medium-high heat. Season with homemade seasoned salt and pepper then cook until the vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes.
Add minced garlic, poultry seasoning, plus a pinch of dried thyme then saute until the garlic is very fragrant, another minute or two.
Sprinkle 3 Tablespoons gluten free flour over the vegetables then stir to combine and cook for 1 minute. The flour will look a little “gravely” – that’s ok!
I use Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 gluten free baking flour, though any “measure for measure” type gluten free flour should work. If you don’t need to eat gluten free, you can use regular flour.
Next, slowly pour in chicken stock while stirring to avoid lumps, plus milk and then stir until smooth. You can use any kind of milk you like – I use unsweetened almond milk. Once bubbling, add a 12oz package gluten free gnocchi then simmer, stirring frequently, until the gnocchi are tender and plump, 5-6 minutes.
I have tried several brands of gluten free gnocchi, and always come back to Delallo brand – it’s great!
NOTE: Different brands – especially non gluten free brands – sell different weighted packages of gnocchi, so be sure to purchase a 12oz box, or be prepared to add more broth/milk if using a larger package.
Last step is to stir in cooked shredded chicken and frozen peas then taste and add more seasoned salt and/or pepper if you need it.
Luscious and cozy like traditional Chicken Pot Pie, yet simpler and requires less than 30 minutes of cooking time. Such a great way to savor a moment of comfort and contentment during a busy week. Enjoy!
More Easy Cozy Comfort Food
- Skillet Shepherd’s Pie
- One Pot Chicken and Rice
- Cheesy Gnocchi Florentine
- Stove Top Beef Stew
- Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
- Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce
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One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie
Description
Chicken Pot Pie filling meets Chicken & Dumplings in One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie! This ultra comforting recipe cooks in one pot in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 4oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large or 2 small stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 1 large shallot or small onion, chopped
- homemade seasoned salt and pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- pinch dried thyme
- 3 Tablespoons gluten free flour (I use Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Baking Flour)
- 2 cups chicken stock or broth
- 1 cup milk (any kind, I use unsweetened almond milk)
- 12oz package gluten free gnocchi
- 1-1/2 cups shredded chicken breast (~1/2lb pre-cooked)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
Directions
- Heat a Dutch Oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, melt butter in pan then add carrots, mushrooms, celery, and shallots/onions. Stir to coat the vegetables in butter then saute until the mushrooms release their liquid and it has evaporated, 3-4 minutes. Season with homemade seasoning salt and pepper then continue to saute, turning the heat down slightly if necessary, until vegetables are tender, another 6-7 minutes.
- Add garlic, poultry seasoning, and dried thyme then saute until garlic is very fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables then stir to combine and cook for 1 minute. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps then add milk and turn heat up to medium-high. Bring mixture to a bubble, stirring occasionally, then add gnocchi and stir combine. Turn heat down to medium then simmer, stirring frequently, until gnocchi are tender, 5-6 minutes. Stir in chicken and peas then taste and add seasoned salt and/or pepper if necessary. Ladle into bowls then serve.
- Leave a comment and star rating if you loved the recipe! Thank you for considering!
Notes
- Click here for my Homemade Seasoned Salt recipe >
- I like Delallo Gluten Free Gnocchi >
- NOTE: Some brands of gnocchi — especially if they're not gluten free — are sold in 16oz packages, versus the 12oz called for in this recipe. Increase the amount of broth and/or milk if using a 16oz box of gnocchi.
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
Love this recipe!!! This was the very first recipe I’ve tried from IowaGirlEats but it definitely won’t be the last!!
How much season salt and pepper to you recomend?
Hi Megan! I rarely include exact amounts of salt because people’s tastebuds are SO very different. For this dish, I’d recommend starting with 1/2 teaspoon of the seasoning salt (remember, that’s only 1/4 salt, so if you’re using plain salt vs the seasoning salt, I’d start with 1/4 teaspoon salt), and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, then add more if needed at the end. I hope that helps!
What a great recipe! I made it twice so far – once as written and the second time using a slow cooker, which IMO was even better. Thanks for the great recipe!
Love to hear it, Christine! Thank you so much for your feedback and recipe rating!
Very good! I added too much salt at the end, but other than that it was PERFECT! My 1 year old loved it, too!
Love to hear it was kid approved too, Abbey! Thank you so much for your feedback and recipe rating!
This was absolutely delicious and super fast to cook.
I’m so glad it was a hit, Rachel!
Sweet baby Jesus – this recipe is a good time!!
Hehehe, I’m so glad you loved it, Kim!!
Terrific recipe super easy and delicious! I know I’ll be making it again.
I’m so glad you loved it, Lorraine!
So delicious, comforting, and easy to make.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Laurie. :) Thank you so much for your feedback and recipe rating!
How much seasoning salt did you use ? Looks like about 1 tsp.
I just shake it in as if I’m seasoning with salt – I’d say start with 1/4 teaspoon then add more if you like!
I can get the print link to work. Hoping to make this tomorrow!
Oh no, I’m sorry to hear that! Are you getting an error, or something else? Happy to help troubleshoot!
Could this be made in a crockpot?
Hi Ann! I’ve never tried cooking GF gnocchi in a crock pot so unfortunately I can’t say for sure!
Could the TJ cauliflower gnocchi be a substitute for this delicious recipe?
I think that’d be just fine! :)
Hopefully this is even better without the mushrooms. Can’t eat them…
It’ll be just great. :)
Can this meal be frozen? Looks delicious!
That should be fine, Anna!
This was really good! I used mini gnocchi, which I’d recommend because you can get everything in one bite easier. I also used a bag of frozen mixed peas and carrots which I thought would make the peas mushy but it worked out fine.
So glad you loved it, Hannah! Thank you so much for your feedback and recipe rating!
Such a great recipe!! I added some of own season salt!! I did add more seasonings than what it called for. Also, it needed more liquid. But other than that yum!!!!
A must make! It was so easy and delicious and loved by the entire family!
Hi! This might sound fake, but this is the first time I’ve ever written a review (anywhere!) but I just needed to say something. This dish is a huge hit and so delicious. My boyfriend (who is an incredible cook) loves this meal so much. I’m happy I came across this recipe. Perfect for the fall or winter months. *I swapped out chicken breast with chicken thighs so it’s a more tender*
I’m SO so happy to hear this, MK!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your feedback and recipe rating – I truly appreciate it!
Can you explain what you mean by poultry seasoning? Is this the same as chicken bouillon?
Hi Kristi! You bet – I use the Tone’s brand: https://tones.com/product/poultry-seasoning/ Usually it’s a mix of ground thyme, sage, rosemary, pepper, etc.
This is the ultimate comfort food. Everyone I have made it for demands the recipe! Our new favorite!
I’m so glad you love it, Barb!! Thank you so much for your feedback and recipe rating!