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Chicken Broccoli and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto is for Dinner.

Chicken Broccoli and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto takes several minutes to prepare.

Chicken Broccoli and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto takes several minutes to cook.

Chicken Broccoli and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto makes 5 servings.

The ingredients for Chicken Broccoli and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto are:

2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 cup (1 oz) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp. chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp EVOO
1 tbsp water
2 qts. water
2 cups small broccoli florets
1 (1 lb) package vacuum-packed gnocchi
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
2 tbsp chopped walnuts, toasted (optional)
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (optional)

Here is how you make Chicken Broccoli and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto:

Drop garlic through food chute with food processor on; process until minced. Gradually add olive oil and 1 tbsp water, processing just until blended.Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a 4 qt. saucepan. Add broccoli and cook 2 minutes. Remove 2 cups gnocchi from package; reserve remaining gnocchi for another use. Add gnocchi to pan, and cook 3 minutes or just until broccoli is tender; drain and place in a large bowl. Add chicken and parsley mixutre; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp walnuts and 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, if desired.Makes 5 (1 cup) servings.Number of Servings: 5Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user LSODOLAK.

The nutritional information for Chicken Broccoli and Gnocchi with Parsley Pesto is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 5
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 356.6

• Total Fat: 15.8 g
• Cholesterol: 58.1 mg
• Sodium: 638.8 mg
• Total Carbs: 26.2 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2.5 g
• Protein: 28.1 g